SB linked in shock EPL move

Reports surfacing from Spain suggest SB is in talks of a move back to England, however this time back to boyhood favourites Liverpool.
It has been reported SB recently told a close source he was quite capable of returning Liverpool to the top of the Premier League and he wouldn't mind having a go.

Our thoughts: It is a quite possible a move could occur, especially as Barcelona's form in Spain has dipped and is not at the standard of seasons past. It could be both coach and team are in need of a change - however whether he is willing a challenge as great as Liverpool is another question, especially with no guarantee of Champions League football.
With rumours still circling regarding his rival JM and a move to Manchester United, we cannot see SB simply watching his old friend play Champions League football next season while he sit on the couch. But stranger things have happened.

SB and JM share a sideline moment during the recent Clasico

Madrid Fail to Regain Top Spot in La Liga

Real Madrid had the chance to regain top spot on the La Liga table mid week, up against current league leaders Valencia for the third time in as many days.

Having survived a scare in the Cup in what seemed like only minutes earlier, knocking out Valencia in a pulsating penalty shootout, this time Real Madrid just weren't able to take their opportunities as well as their opponents while they battled it out in the chilling snowfall conditions not normally seen this side of Spain. Valencia taking both their goals against the run of play and winning a tight contest 2 goals to 1.

Madrid manager JM showing the kind of frustration he was once famous, criticising everyone he could for the narrow loss.

"I blame FIFA. I blame the weather. I blame everyone today. On another day we score 4 goals and walk away with a win. Today it was destiny that we lose."

Meanwhile, on the other side of Spain, Barcelona continued their hot and cold start their title defence with another loss, also failing to make up any ground on their rivals.

"I have nothing to say." SB said after the game.

Real Madrid currently trail Valencia by 4 points while Barcelona sit 5 points further adrift with half the season still to play. Its anyone's title at this stage.

Valencia's Negredo was an imposing figure against Real Madrid

Messi penalty failure talking point of season start

Barcelona have officially had their worst start to a league season under SB with their first win finally coming three rounds into the new season.

To compound the very slow start by the defending champions, their best player Leo Messi has missed 3 penalty attempt in 3 games and remains goalless for the first time in his career. His boss SB at a loss to explain how and why the Barca talisman is misfiring at present.

"Unexplainable." SB said
"It's been a bad start."

Meanwhile across the other side of Spain, Real Madrid have impressed with their opening to the season with 3 straight wins.

"I am very pleased with the BBC (Bale, Benzema, Cristiano). They have all added goals and worked well together. We will not get carried away but it's been nice to see."

At this stage Real Madrid look to have the season in their control, but history will tell us Barcelona always find a way back in. First things first, Messi needs to find a way to score again and things will no doubt improve.

Pre-Season Cup Announcement

To get our teams familiarised with the latest of our gaming technologies, FIFA 16, today the game officially launched the International Champions Cup.

Real Madrid were the first team to confirm their attendance, with the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and City, Juventus and Bayern Munich also all expected to confirm by the end of the day.
Barcelona is also tipped to join the star studded field of teams to compete.

Its the first of its kind, giving fans the opportunity to see the teams line up for the first time in the new Fifa calendar year, before the big guns officially start their new campaigns.

Its not sure exactly how the format will run at this stage, however it is an official Cup, therefore ranking points will be on offer. Should be a cracker.

Welcome to FIFA 16 Gents.

It just keeps getting bigger...FIFA 16 is here!

And so here we stand. It's only hours away from the next evolutionary step in our rich history of Fifa.
Fifa 16 is officially released today, but just what can we expect. In terms of our stars - SB and JM - who should be more excited, or worried for that matter, with the upcoming release.

As we stand now - our rankings are undisputed - SB is currently a deserving number 1.
1. SB - 2,950 points
2. JM - 1,850 points.

After claiming his third straight La Liga title, nobody can dispute his league dominance. But his results in other competitions, particularly Europe, is becoming concerning.

As for JM, so much promise however he still cannot turn his team of world beaters into the World Champions they deserve to be. Three straight seasons without a trophy is not only disappointing, for a team like Real Madrid - its disgraceful.

SB seems to adapt to each new edition as well as the last (with the exception of FIFA 14 which did not include a 'Seasons' campaign and he was clearly outplayed by JM all year long in the Super League).
JM appears to take longer to settle in to a league season, and by then SB has a good lead which he clings to all season long. This habit must break for JM to stand any chance.

This year, no doubt JM is the one more excited with the 'AI' progress and sees this as a make or break type of year. Will the new tech advances give him an advantage he so craves. Will SB once again adapt quicker and more consistently.

JM has promised to deliver this time - and only time will tell if he can break the SB dominance once and for all.

Good luck boys -have a great year.

FPA.

The Awards

So in another season which has brought us so much - which players were the best.

Once again when it comes to talking about Superstars - we have only 2 genuine ones on this planet - Messi and Ronaldo.

But who was the more dominate in the latest season. Messi has a claim. He led his team to a 3rd successive title. Never been done before. Simply an amazing achievement.

Then there is Ronaldo. A player who for most, if not all of the season was completely untouchable. Already a Golden Boot winner in La Liga this season, with his prolific scoring rate almost bringing his team home.

Despite the fact his team fell just short of a title this season- we at the FPA believe there is little doubt this season the Golden Ball winner is: Cristiano Ronaldo.

He's the man

Other Awards for the Season:

Team of the year: Barcelona

Goal Keeper of the year: Claudio Bravo (Barcelona)

Sidekick of the year - Neymar (Barcelona)

Manager of the year: SB (Barcelona)

Rankings Update

With another La Liga title to his name SB can add 1000 points to his Ranking points.
JM received 500 points for taking second spot in the league.

Here are the standing as of September 2015.

1. SB - 2,950 points
2. JM - 1,850 points.