Real Madrid send farewell message for Higuain and 2 more under-radar stories of the day

Real Madrid send farewell Higuain message

"Thank you for everything you gave us to Real Madrid and football, Gonzalo. You will always be part of the club history, in which you won 3 league titles, one Copa del Rey and 2 Spanish Super Cups. We wish you the best in this new stage of your life," the club have tweeted.

Benzema to win Ballon d'Or 'by record margin'

The Frenchman is expected to break the all-time Ballon d'Or record, via Goal.

The ceremony will take place in 2 weeks.

Ancelotti makes decision on first-choice penalty taker

The Italian has decided that Karim Benzema will continue playing this role, per Marca.

The Frenchman missed a crucial penalty against Osasuna on Sunday.