Sports News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comEmbattled Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro is a staunch Barcelona supporter who has publicly declared his affection for the Catalan club on several occasions. Despite his predicament, he remains an avid football fan who closely follows Barcelona and its superstar Lionel Messi. Anthony Joshua’s coach and close friend among accident fatalities - ReportsMaduro once appeared on Venezuelan state television wearing a full, bright blue FC Barcelona tracksuit. When Lionel Messi was forced to leave Barcelona in August 2021 due to financial regulations, Maduro expressed his pain and anger over the decision. For Maduro, El Clásico was often more urgent than the economy.

Source: GhanaWeb January 06, 2026 20:58 UTC