•England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane Harry Kane became England’s first Ballon d’Or winner in 25 years in his native London last night, beating stiff competition from Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe. Alexia Putellas claimed the women’s prize for a third time, extending Spain’s dominance of the award, thanks to her role in leading [&hel...
•Ballon d’Or trophy Since its introduction in 1956, the men’s Ballon d’Or has become one of football’s most prestigious individual honours, celebrating players whose performances have stood out across a season. Over the decades, several countries and legendary footballers have shaped the award’s rich history. On the individual list, Messi lead...
•Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal has made a case for a broader interpretation of what it means to be the world’s best footballer, arguing that goals alone should not determine who wins the Ballon d’Or. The Barcelona forward believes the award should also recognise players whose style, creativity and ability to entertain make them stand out […...
•Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal believes he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and said he deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or after a trophy-laden year with Barcelona and Spain. “For me, Mbappe and me, we’re the two best players in the world,” the 19-year-old Barcelona winger said in an […]
They are some of the biggest names in football history. Neymar, Kylian Mbappé, Robert Lewandowski, Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Andrés Iniesta, and David Beckham are icons who have dazzled fans and filled trophy cabinets. Yet despite their legendary status and countless individual and team achievements, none of them has ever lifted the men’...
•Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele is tipped to hold off Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and win the men’s Ballon d’Or today, while Aitana Bonmati could win a third consecutive women’s prize. The world of football will gather for a glitzy ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris to discover [&hel...
•Mohamed Salah Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah believes this year is his “best chance” to win the Ballon d’Or after his incredible form has helped Arne Slot’s side clinch the Premier League title. Salah has registered 28 goals and 18 assists in the top-flight this season and is currently leading the way in the race for […]
•Cristiano Ronaldo Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo said yesterday it was “unfair” that Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior missed out on this year’s award. Manchester City midfielder Rodri took the prestigious prize in October with favourite Vinicius in second place, reports AFP. Rodri helped City to a fourth straight Premier League t...
•Ademola Lookman Jubilant fans took to social media to celebrate Ademola Lookman following his 14th-place finish at the 2024 Ballon d’Or Ceremony in Paris on Monday night, taunting arch-rivals Ghanaians. The rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria has deep-rooted history, extending beyond the realm of sports, with fans of both countries making meals...
•Vinicius Jr Brazil and Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr said yesterday that he will keep on fighting racism even if his activism is what led to him not winning the Ballon d’Or, sources close to the player told our correspondent. Vinicius took to social media after finishing second in the prestigious award voting behind Spain […]
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