[ad_1] In a curious twist ahead of the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, Manchester United sought assistance from their local rivals, Manchester City. They requested seats on City’s private jet for two of their young stars, Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. Unfortunately, United’s request was denied, as City indicated that their chartered flight was…
[ad_1] Every player worth his salt dreams of winning the Ballon d’Or one day. However, laying hands on the most coveted accolade in soccer is easier said than done. One must fend off competition from the best players in the world to get into the shortlist. Then, they must keep their head down and prove…
[ad_1] France Football revealed its nominees for the Men’s and Women’s Ballon d’Or award on Wednesday and three U.S. women’s national team stars made the cut. Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson were among the 30 nominees for the Women’s honor. All three players were influential in the USWNT’s Gold Medal triumph at the…
[ad_1] With the 2023/24 season concluded the football world has begun debating over who should be crowned the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner and Pep Guardiola has tipped “brutal” star to win the most coveted individual prize in the sport. Ahead of the prize ceremony in October, there are several names in contention for the award,…
[ad_1] As Real Madrid celebrated their Champions League success on Saturday night, attention quickly turned to the individual player awards. Rio Ferdinand made his feelings known on the Ballon d’Or in the 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund, with Vinicius Junior his favourite for the accolade. However, he’s not the only Real Madrid star vying for…
[ad_1] It is no secret that Chelsea need a striker and that Mauricio Pochettino would like to add one to his squad in 2024 but could a former Ballon d’Or winner be on his way to Stamford Bridge? Christopher Nkunku has been injured for the majority of the campaign, leaving Chelsea to rely on Nicolas…
