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Mohamed Salah Takes Aim at Liverpool Rivals When Naming His Two Favourite Goals

The Egyptian great has scored some outstanding goals en route to tremendous success.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 21, 2025

Are Arsenal finally signing Viktor Gyökeres? It’s already real in the digital hive mind

The Swedish striker has become more meme than man but the reality is he is the very good thing fans asked for, on a tray, ready to go

The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2025

The Many Reasons to Be Cynical of the Ballon D'Or and Individual Honors

Luka Modric was recognized yet again for a year in which he won the Champions League and reached the World Cup final, but the growing emphasis on individual awards in a team sport highlights the paradox of the Ballon d'Or and its tradition.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 24, 2025

Rodri to be named Ballon d'Or 2024 winner in shock twist: reports

Manchester City star Rodri is to scoop the Ballon d'Or 2024, following widespread reports that Vinicius Jr is to be snubbed at the last minute

FourFourTwo · Oct 28, 2024

Ballon d’Or Awards LIVE: Vinicius Jr claims ‘they’re not ready’ as Rodri crowned amid Real Madrid boycott

The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner was revealed tonight with Rodri succeeding Lionel Messi

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2024

Ballon d'Or vs FIFA World Player Award: What is the Difference?

The Ballon d'Or and the FIFA World Player of the Year Award are two of the most prestigious individual honors in football, but they have distinct origins, voting processes, and affiliations.

The Times of India · Oct 28, 2024

Ballon d'Or 2024: How is the Ballon d'Or winner decided?

The Ballon d’Or, one of the most prestigious individual awards in football, is awarded annually to the best male and female footballers in the world. Organized by the French magazine France Football, the Ballon d’Or has been a hallmark of excellence in football.

The Times of India · Oct 28, 2024

A new era for the Ballon d’Or in the post-Messi and Ronaldo landscape

The two multiple winners are not on this year’s shortlist, and a new name on the old trophy can only help to restore respect for this historic award

The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2024

So much about the Ballon d’Or suggests it doesn’t care about women’s football

Timing, prizes and shortlist leave the impression this prestigious event is paying lip service to the women’s game

The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2024

A Ballon d’Or shindig-shaped hole in the diaries of Messi and Ronaldo

In today’s Football Daily: Ballon d’Or! Ballon d’Or! Ballon d’Or! Ballon d’Or!

The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2024