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Vinícius Júnior’s fight against racism is already changing the rules of football. Find out the story behind the Vini Jr. Law and the impact it is already beginning to have on the sport.

Marquinhos has just made history once again. With this latest triumph for PSG, the Brazilian has broken two records and established himself as one of the most successful players of all time.

The 2026/26 season began in earnest in Austria last night, with an enthralling contest featuring a plethora of Ballon d’Or recipients…

These seven Ballon d’Or nominees attained fame and acclaim via their footballing excellence. But their achievements on the pitch don’t tell their whole story….

Find out the all-time ranking of the footballers who have been nominated most often for the individual award throughout history.

With multiple Ballon d’Or Féminin nominees and a two-time winner now in their ranks, London City are a club going places. This is despite existing for a mere seven years….

Before making his mark amongst the elite, the centre-back grew up steeped in a tradition that began in 1905. Discover his more human side and the source of his composure.

He shone at the World Cup and is now on Manchester City’s radar as a potential replacement for Rodri. Here’s a look at the player tipped to take the Spaniard’s place.

The Ballon d'Or ceremony is fast approaching, and with it, the questions we all ask ourselves. Among them: what does it take to win the ultimate trophy? Here are all the answers.

After weeks of rumours and offers, the Brazilian winger has made a final decision on his professional future and confirmed which team he will play for in the 2026–27 season.

The Bayern and Germany star is admired for his versatility, along with an in-game intelligence that facilitates it. But that wasn’t always so. It took the shrewd eye of a genius to see something more…

Following a glorious spell at Liverpool, the ‘Pharaoh’ has arrived in Turkish football with a clear mission. Find out what his goals are at Trabzonspor.

When it comes to winning the ‘Ballon d'Or’, football fans often discuss what factors lead to a player being named the world’s best at the end of a season.

Franco Baresi’s funeral on Tuesday saw Ballon d’Or royalty and a cast of thousands pay their final respects to a true great…

We take a look at which teams have provided the most players for the men’s ‘Ballon d'Or’ shortlists since the competition began.

We take a look at what the stars who shone at the ‘Ballon d'Or’ gala are up to now, and at their standout moments at the awards ceremony.

Giants standing 2.00m tall and star players just 1.60m tall have both lifted the trophy at a ‘Ballon d'Or’ ceremony. But is there an ideal height for winning football’s top individual award?

Discover the story of the young Moroccan player who dazzled at the World Cup and is now a candidate to replace Rodri at Manchester City.

An iconic figure at AC Milan, the legendary Italian defender has passed away at the age of 66 following a private battle with illness. We look back at his life and illustrious career.

Discover the family pact that shaped Rodri Hernández’s life. From a student living in a university hall of residence to the social-media-free midfielder who won the World Cup and the ‘Ballon d'Or’.