Brazilian legend Cafu has thrown his full support behind Raphinha, boldly claiming the Barcelona star deserves to win the Ballon d’Or this year. The former Brazil captain, widely regarded as one ...

With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's duopoly well and truly over - neither was nominated for the Ballon d'Or last year ... but his path to the coveted golden trophy is more complicated ...

All of Europe’s domestic leagues and UEFA’s three club competitions are nearing completion, which not only prompts conversation about the end-of-year awards but the next Ballon d’Or too.

making him the frontrunner in the race for the European Golden Shoe. Until recently the top pick of many for the 2025 prize, the 32-year-old's chances of a first Ballon d'Or were dealt a blow ...

The Barcelona and Spain dynasty in the Ballon d’Or Feminin award remains alive and well following Aitana Bonmati’s 2024 win on Monday in France. Bonmati is the second-straight Spanish player to go ...