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Hat-tricks, Barça’s goal spree and Ballon d’Or chatter light up a chaotic Champions League night
sports29 days ago

Hat-tricks, Barça’s goal spree and Ballon d’Or chatter light up a chaotic Champions League night

Barcelona hammered Feyenoord 5-1 with Lamine Yamal and Raphinha starring, PSG routed Slovan Bratislava 6-1 as Ferran Torres completed a first-half hat-trick, Liverpool came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, Napoli edged Arsenal 1-0, Stuttgart thrashed Viking 3-1 thanks to Ermedin Demirovic’s 32-minute hat-trick, and Sporting CP defeated Galatasaray 3-1, while Ballon d’Or chatter centered on Yamal, Dembele and Torres as the new season opens.

via The New York Times|
#ballon-dor#barcelona#champions-league
Can England End a 25-Year Ballon d'Or Wait? Kane Leads 2026 Power Rankings
sports1 month ago

Can England End a 25-Year Ballon d'Or Wait? Kane Leads 2026 Power Rankings

Harry Kane sits at the top of the 2026 Ballon d'Or power rankings, with Rodri, Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi, Dani Olmo, Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Declan Rice, Bruno Fernandes, Pau Cubarsí, Fabián Ruiz, Vitinha, Luis Díaz, Gabriel, Nuno Mendes, Lautaro Martínez and William Saliba rounding out the top contenders; the piece weighs form, World Cup impact, and team trophies, noting Kane’s record-breaking season and the ongoing question of an English winner for the first time in about 25 years while acknowledging that the rest of the field includes a mix of attackers, midfield maestros and a few defenders who face stiffer competition.

via The Guardian|
#ballon-dor#football#kane
Kane Leads a Star-Studded 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender Field
sports1 month ago

Kane Leads a Star-Studded 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender Field

Harry Kane tops The Athletic’s 2026 Ballon d’Or contenders after a record 2025-26 season (56 goals and 8 assists, plus World Cup impact), with challengers like Olise, Rodri, Mbappé, Haaland and Messi in pursuit. Ballon d’Or voting (Aug–Jul) weighs individual and decisive performances, team trophies, and fair play, and while Kane’s numbers are extraordinary, outcomes will hinge on how players perform across the season and the success of their teams.

via The New York Times|
#ballon-dor#football#haaland
Kane Tops 2026 Ballon d'Or Shortlist as Bellingham and Rice Earn Nominations
sports1 month ago

Kane Tops 2026 Ballon d'Or Shortlist as Bellingham and Rice Earn Nominations

The 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist features 30 players with England’s Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) and Declan Rice (Arsenal) leading the charge among nominees. Lionel Messi is also on the list for a ninth Ballon d'Or, alongside other stars like Mbappé, Vinícius Jr, Dembele and Lamine Yamal. The prize, marking the 70th anniversary of France Football’s award, will be presented at a London ceremony on 26 October. The list highlights a wide mix of players across clubs and nations as the race heats up.

via BBC|
#ballon-dor#declan-rice#harry-kane
Homework to World Cup Stardom: Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise
sports3 months ago

Homework to World Cup Stardom: Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise

From a 16-year-old who did homework between Euro 2024 matches, Lamine Yamal has become a global star for Spain and Barcelona, blending blockbuster endorsements (Adidas campaigns, UNICEF ambassador) with elite on-field output. After a hamstring scare, he’s been carefully managed for the World Cup and now anchors Spain’s attack as football fans anticipate an even bigger leap for his already rapid rise.

via The New York Times|
#ballon-dor#barcelona#lamine-yamal
Ousmane Dembele Clinches 2025 Ballon d'Or
sports1 year ago

Ousmane Dembele Clinches 2025 Ballon d'Or

Ousmane Dembele of Paris Saint-Germain won his first Ballon d'Or, recognizing him as the world's best player, after a standout season where he scored 35 goals and helped PSG secure a treble, including their first Champions League title. The award ceremony also celebrated other football achievements, including Lamine Yamal winning the Kopa Trophy and Luis Enrique being named best coach.

via BBC|
#award#ballon-dor#football
"The Messi Effect: Inter Miami's Season Finale Celebration and Legacy"
sports2 years ago

"The Messi Effect: Inter Miami's Season Finale Celebration and Legacy"

Lionel Messi celebrated his eighth Ballon d'Or trophy with Inter Miami fans before a friendly match against NYCFC. He thanked the fans for their support and expressed his excitement for the club's future. Despite missing a couple of chances, Messi started in Inter Miami's lineup. The match was broadcast on Apple TV. In a conversation with Zinedine Zidane, Messi was praised as "pure magic." It was uncertain if Messi would play the full 90 minutes, but he did play in the match. The friendly served as a tribute to Messi's Ballon d'Or award, with a pregame ceremony honoring him. Messi will now join the Argentine national team for World Cup qualifying matches.

via USA TODAY|
#ballon-dor#friendly-match#inter-miami
Inter Miami CF to Honor Lionel Messi's Eighth Ballon d'Or in Nov. 10 Friendly
sports2 years ago

Inter Miami CF to Honor Lionel Messi's Eighth Ballon d'Or in Nov. 10 Friendly

Inter Miami CF will host a historic event, Noche d'Or, on Nov. 10, where Lionel Messi's eighth Ballon d'Or will be presented to fans before a friendly match against New York City FC. Season ticket members will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets, and the event will be broadcasted live on Apple TV. The festivities will include speeches from Messi, the team captain, as well as the club's owner and the MLS commissioner. After the match, there will be a celebratory after-party. This event will also serve as Inter Miami's preparation for the upcoming 2024 season.

via Inter Miami CF|
#ballon-dor#friendly-match#inter-miami-cf
Lionel Messi's Historic Eighth Ballon d'Or Win and Future Predictions
sports2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Historic Eighth Ballon d'Or Win and Future Predictions

Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d'Or for a record eighth time, becoming the first MLS-based player to claim the award. The Inter Miami CF star beat out competition from Manchester City's Erling Haaland after leading Argentina to victory in the World Cup. Messi's triumph comes largely on the back of his performances with his country in Qatar, where he scored seven goals and assisted three more. Haaland finished second in the voting and won the Gerd Muller Trophy for best striker of the year.

via ESPN|
#argentina#ballon-dor#erling-haaland
Lionel Messi's Record-Breaking Eighth Ballon d'Or Win Shakes Up American Soccer's Future
sports2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Record-Breaking Eighth Ballon d'Or Win Shakes Up American Soccer's Future

Lionel Messi wins his eighth Ballon d'Or, becoming the best male footballer in the world once again. This achievement is particularly special as it celebrates Argentina's World Cup triumph and solidifies Messi's status as one of the greatest players of all time. Messi's presence in Major League Soccer (MLS) with Inter Miami has generated excitement and interest in American soccer, potentially paving the way for the sport to gain more popularity in the United States.

via The Athletic|
#american-soccer#ballon-dor#inter-miami
"Haaland and Messi Headline FIFA's Best Player Nominations for 2023"
sports3 years ago

"Haaland and Messi Headline FIFA's Best Player Nominations for 2023"

Lionel Messi has been nominated for the 2023 Best FIFA Men's Player award, marking his third nomination after winning the prestigious title in 2019 and 2022. The award recognizes achievements from December 2022 to August 2023 and includes a fan voting element. Messi, who recently joined Inter Miami CF, is recognized for his contributions to winning the Ligue 1 title with Paris Saint-Germain and captaining Argentina to victory in the 2022 World Cup. He is joined by fellow FC Barcelona legends Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba in the nominations.

via MLSsoccer.com|
#2023-nominees#ballon-dor#best-fifa-mens-player