The fifth edition of Globe Soccer ended with the first international award to Antonio Conte, the Juventus coach, who was judged the worthy winner of the award for the best coach of 2013. An important recognition which was given not only for the championships won and for the continuity displayed, but for the quality of play and character which his team has always demonstrated. Antonio Conte’s award is a passport towards future development and success, confirmed by the association with Guardiola, another coach who has barely turned 40, and who is already a record holder in terms of trophies won and, as such, another award winner.

The curtain comes down on Globe Soccer and on the Dubai International Sports Conference, delivering a new group of awards and proposals for the game promoted or confirmed by international stars. It was wonderful to see Ronaldo and Ribéry in tandem just a few days before the competition in Zurich for the Ballon d’Or. They are the two undisputed stars of 2013, but they also have an extra dimension in their contact with people.