Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

Feb 7, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

Feb 1, 2024; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after a play against Al-Nassr during the second half at Kingdom Arena. Mandatory Credit: Victor Fraile-USA TODAY SportsThe Inter Miami owners would have hoped their players would have enjoyed playing friendlies in different parts of the world. However, it looks like the friendly tour ahead of the upcoming season is becoming a nightmare for Herons.

Feb 6, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

There is no doubt that the Munich air disaster that happened on 6th February 1958 created a big hole in the hearts of the soccer fans. The tragedy also completely changed the history of Manchester United. In particular, this incident impacted the Busby Babes the most. Let’s take a look in detail who were the Matt Busby’s Busby Babes. The group together had created history on the field and were on the verge of creating more. However, unfortunately for these heroes, destiny had other plans in store.

Feb 6, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester United has been going on for the past century. This is a rivalry that has seen countless games that are remembered by the fans of both clubs. However, what the supporters of both clubs will remember happily is when the Reds extended their helping hand to the Red Devils after the Munich Air Disaster in 1958. The gesture won the hearts of the soccer world and beyond. It also showed what the sport stands for.

Feb 6, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

There is no doubt that the Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi rivalry has often divided huge soccer fanbases. This has also led to several stars in the fear of online trolling from either side refusing to indulge in the debate. However, a Newcastle United star is not one of them. He selected Lionel Messi as the G.O.A.T despite having a soft spot for Cristiano Ronaldo earlier. It was also a big surprise how easily he answered the question given the history behind it.

Feb 6, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

Things happen for a reason. And who better than Manchester United can relate to this truism. The club missed on signing Ronaldinho and ended up getting Cristiano Ronaldo. Years later, the former boss would blame a missing vibe for preferring the Portuguese over the Brazilian. The comments about missing the former Barcelona forward would frustrate several Red Devils fans ideally. However, they will also feel lucky as the failed transfer brought in someone who became a cult of the club.