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Neither solid gold nor a simple trophy, the most prestigious prize in football is the result of a craftsman’s work of about a hundred hours. Contrary to what its name might suggest, the Ballon d’Or is not made of solid gold. “Obviously, otherwise the players wouldn’t be able to lift it,” explains Laure-Isabelle Mellerio, director […]
The Paris criminal court delivered its verdict on 25 September 2025 in the case of Libyan financing of Nicolas Sarkozy’s 2007 presidential campaign. The former French president was found guilty of criminal conspiracy (association de malfaiteurs), but was acquitted of passive corruption and concealing embezzlement of public funds. This decision brings to an end a […]
Wayne Rooney, a Manchester United legend, expressed his reservations about Erling Haaland’s game. Admirative of the Norwegian’s efficiency, he nonetheless regrets a lack of authority and urges him to make greater use of his physical power and to take on more offensive responsibility. Wayne Rooney didn’t mince his words about Erling Haaland. Guest on Rio […]
Wayne Rooney says he feels no animosity toward Cristiano Ronaldo, while reaffirming his admiration for Lionel Messi’s talent. Wayne Rooney sought to clarify his position regarding Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Manchester United striker said he harbored no animosity toward the Al-Nassr star, despite his repeated statements in favor of Lionel Messi. A guest on Rio […]
The president of La Liga, Javier Tebas, believes that Lamine Yamal was denied the 2025 Ballon d’Or because of his age, despite his outstanding season with FC Barcelona. La Liga president Javier Tebas believes Lamine Yamal did not win the 2025 Ballon d’Or because of his youth. A finalist at just 18, the FC Barcelona […]
Having failed to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or, claimed by Ousmane Dembélé, Lamine Yamal can console himself in the arms of his girlfriend, singer Nicki Nicole, who sent him a sweet message. A heavy favorite for the title, Lamine Yamal will not win the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The Spanish forward was edged out by his […]
With Ousmane Dembélé’s coronation, France joins Argentina at the top of the list of nations with the most Ballon d’Or titles (8 trophies each). Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, crowned Monday night at the Théâtre du Châtelet in front of Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona), allows France to equal a historic record. With this eighth Ballon d’Or, France […]
In a social media post, Neymar criticized the overall Ballon d’Or 2025 ranking, with Raphinha landing in 5th place. And the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or is Ousmane Dembélé. A heavy favorite for the prestigious individual award, the French forward claimed the prize ahead of notably Lamine Yamal, who will have to settle for […]
Discover the overall ranking of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The title went to Ousmane Dembélé, who lifted the trophy ahead of Yamal and Vitinha. The winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or was announced this Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé won the Ballon d’Or this year ahead of […]
Kylian Mbappé also reacted to Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. And the Real Madrid forward congratulated his fellow Frenchman. The winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or was announced on Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé won this year’s Ballon d’Or ahead of players […]
Having scored a hat-trick for PSG, Ousmane Dembélé won the 2025 Ballon d’Or. In the women’s category, the trophy went to Bonmati Aitana, who claimed the prize for the third consecutive year.
Andrés Iniesta refused to name a favorite between Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal, both in contention for the Ballon d’Or 2025. Former Barça great Andrés Iniesta shared his view on the Ballon d’Or 2025 race. Asked by El Chiringuito TV about the chances of Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) and Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), the Barça legend remained […]
Only two African players appear in this year’s Ballon d’Or top 10. African football will be represented this year by two of its biggest figures in the final Ballon d’Or ranking. Moroccan Achraf Hakimi and Egyptian Mohamed Salah are the only players from the continent to appear in the top 10 unveiled Monday evening in […]
Winner of the Champions League with PSG, Luis Enrique was voted Coach of the Year at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony taking place in Paris. Gianluigi Donnarumma was voted Goalkeeper of the Year. The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony is taking place in Paris, France. After, notably, the coronation of Lamine Yamal as Young Player of […]
The Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony is taking place at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France. In contention for the crown, Lamine Yamal has just won the Kopa Trophy for the best young player of the year. This year’s Kopa Trophy winner is Lamine Yamal. The Barça forward picked up the award Monday evening during […]
Author of an assist in Barça’s 3-0 win against Getafe in the Liga last week, Marcus Rashford was sanctioned by his coach Hansi Flick for being two minutes late to the pre-match training session. Marcus Rashford paid dearly for a disciplinary lapse. The English striker, loaned this season by Manchester United, was not included in […]
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place this Monday, September 22, 2025, starting at 8:00 PM (GMT+1) at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Follow the ceremony live here. The Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris will host the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony this Monday, September 22. The event, organized by France Football, will crown […]
Ahead of the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris tonight, Barcelona’s midfielder chose the UEFA Champions League over the most prestigious individual award. A few hours before the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony this Monday evening in Paris, Pedri made his priorities clear. The FC Barcelona midfielder, ranked 11th in the overall standings for the prestigious […]
Football has revealed the last 6 in the Ballon d’Or 2025 ranking. The official ceremony will take place this Monday evening in Paris. Who will be the Ballon d’Or 2025 winner? The ceremony for the prestigious individual award will take place this Monday evening at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France. While we […]
A few hours before the Ballon d’Or ceremony, France Football, the trophy’s organizer, specified the criteria that will guide the award this year. France Football, organizer of the Ballon d’Or, listed the three criteria that will determine this year’s winner. According to Vincent Garcia, CEO of the weekly, he alone knows the identity of the […]
PSG coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected for the match against OM this Monday in Ligue 1. Several key players are missing. Originally scheduled for Sunday evening, the classic between PSG and OM will finally take place on Monday. The match was postponed to tonight due to the heavy storms forecast […]
Paris Saint-Germain will be without several representatives at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday evening, due to the Classique rescheduled against OM at the Vélodrome. Paris Saint-Germain will have to deal with an unfavorable schedule. Rescheduled to Monday night because of the heavy storms forecast in the south of France, the Classique against Olympique […]
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced on Thursday, September 25, 2025, to five years in prison by the Paris criminal court in the case of the alleged Libyan financing of his 2007 campaign. Found guilty of criminal conspiracy but acquitted on corruption charges, he must report to prison within one month, in accordance with […]
FC Barcelona forward Marcus Rashford matched Lionel Messi’s incredible UEFA Champions League feat after scoring a brace against Newcastle United. Marcus Rashford put on a star turn in the Champions League on Thursday. The England international, who scored a brace in FC Barcelona’s 2-1 win over Newcastle at St James’ Park, joined Lionel Messi in […]
