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MLS Predictions: Top of Conference Battles, Lewandowski vs. Messi Highlight Matchday 25

It’s a packed midweek slate of MLS play, featuring 28 teams across 14 games.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi to expand football empire as he agrees to buy another Spanish club

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi set to buy second Spanish football club

Eldense ‌have risen to the second tier of ‌Spanish football after years spent in the regional divisions

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Who can stop Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or?

England captain is the favourite to win his first Ballon d’Or, but the race remains wide open

Evening Standard

Lionel Messi nears deal to acquire Spanish club Eldense

Lionel Messi is reportedly close to acquiring Spanish second-tier club CD Eldense. He has agreed in principle to purchase all shares from the current majority owner. This potential deal is subject to approval from Spain's High Council for Sports. Messi already owns fifth-tier Spanish side UE Cornella and will gain…

The Economic Times

Messi, Mbappé and Kane headline Ballon d'Or shortlist, Vozinha named for Yashin award

Eight-time laureate Lionel Messi is in the 30-man shortlist for the 2026 Men's Ballon d'Or, with Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé among the favourites to succeed France's Ousmane Dembélé. Cape Verde's Vozinha has been shortlisted for the goalkeepers' Yashin Trophy after his heroics at the recent World Cup.

France 24

Harry Kane and Alessia Russo among nominees for this year’s Ballon d’Or

Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice have been nominated for this year’s men’s Ballon d’Or while Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood have been nominated for the women’s award

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Ballon d'Or 2026: Lionel Messi and three Arsenal stars among nominees as shortlist revealed

David Raya can count himself unlucky to miss out

Evening Standard

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.

Sports Illustrated

Forget the hype machine – it’s the minnows who offer European interest

In today’s Football Daily: Get ready for a Bigger Cup group stage that is baggier than MC Hammer’s trousers

The Guardian - UK

When is the Ballon d'Or 2026? Date, nominees, favourite and odds as shortlist revealed

London hosts football’s most prestigious awards ceremony for the first time

Evening Standard

Man City-bound 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan is MLS’s chaotic revelation

The Philadelphia Union midfielder has gotten his longest run of game time since turning pro, and the data is tantalizing

The Guardian - US

MLS Power Rankings: St. Louis Make Statement, Inter Miami Hiccup on Matchday 24

The top teams in both conferences failed to secure wins on a thrilling slate of MLS action.

Sports Illustrated

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.

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The Independent UK

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

Sports Illustrated

Is Josh Sargent Playing His Way Out of USMNT Rejection?

The Toronto FC striker, once a USMNT World Cup star, scored his first professional hat trick on Saturday night.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi Sets Latest MLS Record in Starring Performance vs. Ex-Barcelona Manager

Inter Miami walked away with a 2–2 draw at Nu Stadium on Saturday night.

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Latin Times

Messi Retired the No. 10 Shirt From His Body — Can Argentina Retire It From the Game?

Messi's Argentina exit reopens a 25-year fight over the No. 10 jersey Maradona made iconic, and the FIFA rule that may block a tribute again.

Sports Illustrated

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.

The Economic Times

The Messi economy: Life after Argentina is still big money for the 'Little Magician'

Lionel Messi's brand value grows as his football career nears its end. His global recognition and consistent excellence attract major international brands. His move to Inter Miami significantly boosted Major League Soccer's commercial appeal. Messi's established narrative provides brands with a ready-made story to share. His cultural memory ensures his…

Sports Illustrated

The Winners and Losers of the 2026 MLS Summer Transfer Window

The race for the 2026 MLS Cup is heating up, and some teams have made key moves to push ahead.

The Times of India

IShowSpeed devastated after hearing about Lionel Messi’s retirement from international football

IShowSpeed was left visibly devastated after learning that Lionel Messi had officially retired from Argentina international football. During a livestream, Speed watched Fabrizio Romano’s announcement and struggled to believe it, repeatedly asking if the transfer journalist was lying. Messi, 39, made the decision after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final loss…

Sports Illustrated

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.

The Guardian - UK

Mike Dean appears to blow the whistle on himself over in-match game claims

In today’s Football Daily: A former and, er, current whistleblower

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