Coach Hansi Flick was clear about which FC Barcelona player could be a Ballon d'Or contender — and it wasn't Lamine Yamal or Robert Lewandowski.

Years after the award, Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez broke the silence and addressed Lionel Messi's 2010 Ballon d'Or triumph over him and Andres Iniesta.

The AI's most intriguing prediction is the emergence of "El Nuevo Messi," an unnamed Argentinian player born in 2020, projected to win the Ballon d'Or in 2044. This prediction has sparked significant excitement and speculation about this potential future star.

Vinicius Jr. clarified that Real Madrid's absence from the Ballon d'Or ceremony was a club decision, not orchestrated by him as previously reported. He emphasized his compliance with the club's instructions, highlighting the team's collective approach and prioritizing team objectives over individual events.

After delivering several great performances and breaking records, Liverpool head coach Arne Slot revealed to star Mohamed Salah what he must do to win the Ballon d'Or.

The Champions League knockout phase is always a spectacle, but the clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid has taken on a life of its own. Even before kickoff, the mind games have begun, with City preparing a ruthless dig at their Spanish rivals—specifically Vinicius.

With Vinicius Junior and Cristiano Ronaldo questioning the 2024 Ballon d'Or, Manchester City coach endorsed Rodri as the legitimate winner.

The authenticity of the Ballon d'Or has been questioned again by five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo, one of soccer's most famous superstars. Vinicius' unusual absence from the platform at the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony, a controversial affair, prompted his comments.

Manchester City's Rodri has directly challenged Cristiano Ronaldo's criticism of the Ballon d'Or award, stating that Ronaldo "better than anyone knows how this award works." The midfield maestro's pointed response follows Ronaldo's comments praising Vinicius Jr. but questioning Rodri's win.

After another stellar performance, Mohamed Salah addressed his contract situation with Liverpool amidst growing discussions about his Ballon d'Or candidacy.

Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri sparked widespread debate after being awarded the 2024 Ballon d'Or. The selection, made by journalists from France Football, has been met with criticism, particularly from Real Madrid supporters. Now, Cristiano Ronaldo has weighed in during the Globe Soccer Awards, labeling the decision as "unfair" and naming Real Madrid star […]

Golden Boy winner Lamine Yamal has shared his ambitious goals with Barcelona and Spain national team before setting his sights on the Ballon d’Or award.

Florentino Pérez's response to Vinicius Jr.'s Ballon d'Or snub was swift and pointed. While congratulating Rodri, Pérez implicitly criticized the award's decision, showcasing Real Madrid's confidence and highlighting their own continued success.

Amid the controversy surrounding the Ballon d’Or and Vinicius Junior, Manchester City star Rodri has hinted at being open to a potential move to Real Madrid.

After addressing Vinicius Jr.'s behavior off the pitch, Ballon d'Or winner Rodri faced a sharp response from his Brazil teammate Neymar.