BIZARRE: 3 | Mind Blowing Facts

‘At Least’—Lionel Messi’s Future Takes New Twist Amid Shock Inter Miami Exit Talk

There have been reports in Argentina of Messi’s return to his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 30

What Is the B.O.A.T Award? Why Cristiano Ronaldo’s Latest Honor Is So Divisive

The Manchester United and Real Madrid legend edged out Lionel Messi for a new prize.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 29

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez Help Set New MLS Goalscoring Record

The two Barcelona icons have a combined 41 league goals this season.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 29

Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or – a victory for sportsmanship over celebrity

First awarded by France Football magazine in 1956, the Ballon d’Or has grown from a relatively modest sporting honour into football’s most prestigious individual accolade. Its recent history has been dominated by the superstar rivalry between Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, who combined have won 13 Ballon d'Or…

The Conversation · Oct 27

Lamine Yamal's uncle makes shock Harry Kane claim after Ballon d'Or win: 'Everyone knows'

Abdul Abdellaoui said England captain has “only three days of football left”

Evening Standard · Oct 27

How the World Reacted to Harry Kane’s 2026 Ballon d’Or Win

The Englishman’s triumph in the men’s category was mirrored by a third Women’s Ballon d’Or win for the legendary Alexia Putellas.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 27

Erling Haaland Secures Incredible Surge in 2026 Ballon d’Or Rankings

One year after finishing 26th, Haaland is back in the top 10 following a brilliant year for Manchester City and Norway.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 26

Lionel Messi’s 2026 Ballon d’Or Ranking—Revealed

The most decorated player in Ballon d’Or history finished above some of soccer’s biggest names despite being 39 years old.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 26

Harry Kane Ends 25-Year Wait to Win the 2026 Men’s Ballon d’Or

The most open Ballon d’Or race of all time was won by the England captain and Bayern Munich talisman.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 26

Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d’Or as England captain beats Yamal and Mbappe to top prize

The Bayern Munich striker, who scored 73 goals last season for club and country, claimed the most prestigious individual prize in world football

The Independent UK · Oct 26