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The 10 Biggest Names Not Nominated for 2026 Ballon d’Or

There was only room for 30 players on the Ballon d’Or shortlist.

Sports Illustrated

Zayn Malik Beats Brad Pitt and Lionel Messi in Ranking of Most Googled Celebrity Hairstyles

Zayn Malik may have left One Direction years ago, but fans are still following his every hair transformation. The British singer has the world's most searched male celebrity hairstyle, generating 211,370 hair-related Google searches, according to a new analysis released by Dr. Cinik Hair Clinic.

Latin Times

Quiz: Name Every Winner of the Ballon d’Or—It’s Harder Than You Think

The award that every player wants to hold above their heads was first handed out in 1956.

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Full List of Nominees

Sixty players across men’s and women’s soccer are vying for the game’s greatest individual prize.

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Harry Kane proud to be in Ballon d’Or running after ‘best season by far’

Harry Kane is happy to be in contention for the Ballon d’Or and says he is “extremely proud” of his stunning goalscoring campaign last season.

The National (Scotland)

Harry Kane eyes Ballon d’Or as he speaks out on Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo comparisons

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Harry Kane opens up on Ballon d’Or hopes after eclipsing Cristiano Ronaldo goal record

Kane scored 73 times for club and country last season and is the bookmakers’ favourite to win the Ballon d’Or

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When Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo Could Play Against—or With—Each Other

The two icons have not shared the pitch in three years, but that could change this December.

Sports Illustrated

Five Potential Destinations for Folarin Balogun After Brutal Monaco Snub

Monaco manager Filipe Luís has come out with an enlightening statement on Balogun’s future.

Sports Illustrated

With Cristiano Ronaldo as my inspiration, I'm targeting glory at Rangers

New Rangers striker Kevin Kelsy has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo is the footballer who has inspired him more than any other

The National (Scotland)

Lionel Messi’s FIFA/EA FC Rating History

In EA FC 27, Lionel Messi has climbed back among the game’s elite after a notable ratings drop in the previous edition.

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Luka Modric: The superstar moves MLS came close to pulling off

Football stars Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric were close to MLS moves. Sporting Kansas City and Inter Miami explored signing Ronaldo, but he chose Saudi Arabia. Modric extended his Real Madrid contract, declining interest from San Diego FC and Inter Miami. San Diego FC also pursued Sergio Ramos and Keylor…

The Economic Times

Where is the transfer window still open? Nine countries Premier League clubs can still sell to

The Premier League transfer deadline has passed, but there are still deals to be made in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the United States, and more

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Lionel Messi in his 30s was one of the best international players ever

In the decade after his short-lived first retirement, the Argentina talisman upended previous narratives and solidified his place in history

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The 10 Biggest Transfer Deadline Day Signings of All Time

Manchester United, Real Madrid and Liverpool have all been involved in some expensive Deadline Day deals.

Sports Illustrated

Karim Benzema: What’s Next For Real Madrid Legend After Saudi Club Exit

A player that was essential to Real Madrid's recent run of European domination could be close to hanging up his boots.

Sports Illustrated

Man Utd’s Best Seasons of the Premier League Era—Ranked

With 13 titles, Manchester United are the most successful club in the history of the Premier League.

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi retires from international football: A look at his 21 years with Argentina

Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer after 21 years with Argentina. He won the World Cup once in 2022 and reached finals in 2014 and 2026. Messi played in six World Cups, scoring 21 goals across those tournaments. He scored 125 international goals in 207 appearances for his country.…

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Former Teammate Praises Lionel Messi After Ageless Performance

Lionel Messi’s four-goal performance was the type of thing Casemiro hoped would come with his new MLS side.

Sports Illustrated

Jose Mourinho Rails Against PSG, Spain Stars to Name His 2026 Ballon d’Or Pick

Real Madrid’s manager is fighting a difficult battle against the long-running history of the prize given to world soccer’s best player.

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: US Open, Premier League and La Vuelta

Have you been following the big stories in football, athletics, rugby league, cricket, boxing, tennis and cycling?

Sports Illustrated

How Kylian Mbappe Compares to Cristiano Ronaldo After 100 Real Madrid Goal Contributions

Mbappé and José Mourinho had some choice words after the Frenchman’s latest milestone.

The Guardian - UK

Plight of Pogba, Sancho and others is cautionary tale for any Carrick rebuild

Bruno Fernandes is the only surviving attacker from Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s attempt to bridge gap to rivals in 2021

Sports Illustrated

The World Record Transfer Fee for Every Age From 16 to 40

Logic dictates that teams should avoid paying a lot of money for older players with limited return.

Sports Illustrated

Cristiano Ronaldo Plays Unfamiliar Role in Stunning Al Nassr Comeback

The Portuguese icon was visibly frustrated in his first start back with Al Nassr.

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