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Raphinha Continues to Make a Mockery of 2026 Ballon d’Or Snub

The forward has 14 goal contributions in seven appearances this season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17

FA demands answers from Infantino over World Cup sell-off plan and Balogun red card scandal

Infantino is facing increasing scrutiny but still plans to stand for re-election next year

The Independent UK · Sep 17

Manchester United: Horror run could decide Michael Carrick's fate as 'alternatives' emerge

Man United have lost three of their first six games of the season

Evening Standard · Sep 17

Why a Match Few Big Teams Care About Has Become Must Win for Man Utd

The Carabao Cup is the least glamorous of the four trophies on offer this season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16

Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappe’s Three Main Rivals Teased by Ballon d’Or Organizer

One of the strongest candidates for the award is oddly overlooked.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16

Manchester United: Shea Lacey reacts as Champions League debut proves 'final straw' for JJ Gabriel

Man Utd are fighting to keep hold of talented youngster

Evening Standard · Sep 16

JJ Gabriel's Dad Furious After Man Utd Snubbed 'Kid Messi' for Two 19-Year-Olds Before Shock Exit Request

JJ Gabriel has formally requested to leave Manchester United at 15, with reported concerns over his pathway to first-team football after Shea Lacey and Harry Amass debuted in the Champions League.

International Business Times UK · Sep 16

Carlos Baleba Injury Update: Delayed Debut Given Boost by Michael Carrick

Red Devils fans are yet to see their new defensive midfielder in action.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16

What the Biggest 2026 Ballon d’Or Nominees Have Said About Their Chances

The fight for soccer’s highest individual prize is heating up.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

Man Utd Icon Casts Doubt Over Sir Alex Ferguson’s Favorite Signing

Paul Scholes isn’t convinced by the Premier League’s reignin Signing of the Season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15