The Ballon d'Or 2025 nominee list is out, with PSG's Ousmane Dembélé sitting at the top thanks to a landmark season and Champions League heroics. Raphinha, Salah, and Bellingham are strong rivals, and coaches Luis Enrique and Hansi Flick headline the managerial race. The final winners are set for a September reveal.
MoreJavier Mascherano says Lionel Messi's contract with Inter Miami is secure but Sergio Busquets' future is still uncertain, sparking speculation and fan debate. With Busquets' contract close to ending and no extension yet, Rodrigo De Paul is rumored as a possible replacement.
MoreBrazil's national team drew 1-1 with Senegal in a friendly, stretching their winless run to three games. Coach Tite admitted Senegal's physical and tactical play exposed Brazil's struggles, just months after the Seleção's Copa America win. Firmino scored early, but a penalty equalizer and late Senegal pressure left fans restless.
MoreArsenal's 2025/26 away kit has surfaced online, showing off a bold dark navy base with royal blue lightning graphics. The kit draws from the club’s 1990s history and adds modern elements like silver logos and red adidas stripes. The kit is set to make its debut in July 2025 during Arsenal's pre-season Asia tour.
MoreThe FIFA Club World Cup 2025 expands to 32 teams, introducing a new group stage system and fresh qualification rules. Teams secure spots through recent continental wins or consistent high rankings, with European and South American clubs leading the pack. The format promises intense group battles and knockout drama, minus a third-place playoff.
MoreMan Utd are negotiating for Benjamin Sesko and weighing moves for Gianluigi Donnarumma, amid manager Ruben Amorim's major squad rebuild. The club faces new challenges as Man City sign James Trafford, changing United's summer plans. Early spending on Matheus Cunha sets the pace for a busy transfer window.
MoreManchester United has named Mike Sansoni, previously with Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1, as the club's new Director of Data. This move, part of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s major leadership shake-up, spotlights a pressing push for AI and analytics to boost the club’s strategy and operations both on and off the field.
MoreA top-level player has declined Newcastle United’s offer, even after a late push by manager Eddie Howe. The rejection, which followed promises of a big contract and an ambitious project, forces Newcastle to rethink their transfer plans as they look for new targets in the market.
MoreLucas Perri, after shining for Botafogo with 31 clean sheets, received his first Brazil call-up for the 2023 World Cup qualifiers. His journey included youth glory, overcoming setbacks at São Paulo, and a move to Lyon in 2024, where he kept showing his shot-stopping skills.
MoreLiverpool defender Owen Beck saw his Portsmouth loan end in controversy following a misunderstood gesture and a season-ending hamstring injury. Now, as Liverpool monitor his progress, Beck could join Wrexham or Derby County on loan for the 2025/26 Championship season, hoping to rebuild after a tough campaign.
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