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Known primarily for his creative work, Cole Palmer is on the cusp of joining an exclusive goal-scoring club in the English top-flight.

Now an established force of nature for club and country, her journey has taken her from living in a car to endorsing them, and what must swell her pride in times of reflection is this simple truth. Trinity Rodman has done it all her own way, with no help at all from someone who could – and probably should – have helped along the way.

Jude Bellingham, the undisputed number one player under 21 in 2023, won the Kopa Trophy. At just 20 years old, the Englishman had already established himself as one of the best players on the planet. This is a rare conversation with Real Madrid's star, who is as comfortable in front of the microphone as he is on the pitch.

In October 2023, the Real Madrid forward, who was just 23 at the time, told us about a life full of adventures. From a child prodigy in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro to a rising star in world football, he has become an international icon and an important voice in the fight against racism, of which he is still a victim. (Original article from October 2023, last updated in January 2024).

Lamine Yamal, 2025 Ballon d'Or runner-up and a prodigy for FC Barcelona and Spain, opens up about his magical summer.

In 1963, Lev Yashin won the Ballon d'Or. To this day, the Soviet legend remains the only goalkeeper ever to receive the prestigious award. This is the story of a giant of the game who was far ahead of his time.

At nearly 78 years old, the former AC Milan captain, Gianni Rivera, has retained the elegance, the immodesty, and the frankness of his glory years, marked by his Ballon d'Or in 1969.

A double Gerd Müller Trophy winner, the Polish striker for FC Barcelona became a La Liga champion and its top scorer. In 2023, approaching his 35th birthday, he sat down with L'Équipe magazine to discuss what still drives him to perform at the highest level.

Nicknamed "The Panzer," the German defensive midfielder, Ballon d'Or winner in 1990, excelled in long-range shooting, particularly from free kicks.

Winner in 1991, much to his own surprise, following a stellar season with Olympique de Marseille, Jean-Pierre Papin recounts those unforgettable moments that propelled him into another dimension.

Born to sporting royalty, Rodman eschewed easy advantages in order to prove her worth, on her own terms, and in her own right.

Failed trials and early setbacks were the norm for the youngster, considered too small to succeed. With a steely determination he grew to be a giant in world football.

Ever since Pelé immortalised the number 10 shirt in 1958, the number has come to symbolise genius and greatness in Brazilian football. Decades later, Kaká took that legacy to its pinnacle, conquering the world and lifting the Ballon d'Or in 2007 – the last time a Brazilian ascended to the throne of world football.

An analysis of the player who redefined the defensive midfield role, prioritising intelligence over physicality, and transforming the very nature of football as we knew it.

From Dois Riachos to the world, Marta turned obstacles into triumphs and became the Queen of Brazilian football. More than just titles and records, her career is a testament to perseverance, courage and pioneering spirit. Find out how she changed the game forever.

The 1993 Ballon d'Or winner cultivates the art of paradox. A creative footballer in the kingdom of rigor, a Buddhist in the land where Catholicism is king, he lives his differences in complete tranquility. If football can drive you crazy, the "ordinary person" hiding behind it is not about to fall into the trap.

Visualisation and imagery training has helped pave the way to success for many superstars of this era, not least Jude Bellingham. Here’s how the technique has become an invaluable building block for tomorrow’s elite talent.

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The first-ever female Ballon d’Or winner in 2018, Ada Hegerberg reflects on the public platform and the responsibility this trophy bestowed upon her outspoken advocacy.

Insatiable, the Barça attacking midfielder has no intention of settling for a double Ballon d'Or (2021 and 2022). She is aiming for a third crown to join another Catalan icon.