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Champions Academy: Mentally Preparing for a first World Cup

Four Ballon d’Or nominated superstars are primed to participate in their first World Cup tournament. The expectation on each to perform is almost too much to bear.

Achraf Hakimi and the Arab dream: How he became a 'complete player'

From dominating the wing to orchestrating PSG’s attacks. We take a look at the Moroccan full-back’s transformation: a talented player who influences every aspect of the game and dreams of making history for his region.

A clash of styles: Similarities and differences between Luis Enrique and Mikel Arteta

They shared a dressing room, inherited Barcelona’s philosophy, and today they face off for the European crown in Budapest. A tactical analysis of PSG and Arsenal’s playing styles.

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Kylian Mbappé : "I'm very hard on myself, harder than most people are"

From the importance of family, to his life choices, desires, and superstar status, Kylian Mbappé shares his truths with "L'Équipe Magazine".

Allan Simonsen: In the Footsteps of His Quiet Life in Denmark

The 1977 Ballon d'Or recipient, former Borussia Mönchengladbach and FC Barcelona forward Allan Simonsen, has chosen a peaceful existence in Vejle. Here, in western Denmark, his popularity remains as high as ever, despite the passing years.

Siblings at the World Cup: The Doue brothers set to join an exclusive club

This summer a record number of brothers will participate in the World Cup, with Kopa nominee Desiré Doue among them.

Ballon d’Or and the World Cup: How reigning champions have fared

Since the inception of Ballon d’Or in 1956 there have been 14 reigning recipients of the famed Golden Ball who have gone to a World Cup, burdened or bolstered by being considered the best player on the planet. Here’s how each fared.