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Discover the lesser-known players who made it to the Ballon d'Or shortlist from 2014 to 2024, including names like David Luiz, Jamie Vardy, and Mats Hummels.

Denver Summit FC appoints Nick Cushing, former Manchester City Women's head coach, as their inaugural head coach for the 2026 NWSL expansion season, focusing on building a competitive team and player development.

Review of the 2024-25 ESPN FC 100 reveals stalwarts like Messi, Lewandowski, and Oblak making every edition, while new faces dominate. PSG and Liverpool shine in club performances.

ESPN reviews the top 10 best and worst designated player signings in MLS history as the transfer window opens. From Clint Dempsey to Rafael Márquez, a detailed look at their impact.

Indiana Fever's Aliyah Boston buys undisclosed stake in NWSL's Boston Legacy FC, joining a star-studded ownership group for the 2026 expansion team.

Latest updates on potential transfers: Gyökeres close to Arsenal, City's squad changes, and Chelsea's trimming plans. Get the details here.

Arsenal is negotiating the signing of Valencia's center-back Cristhian Mosquera, with competition from RB Leipzig. The 20-year-old is a Spain youth international and a target for defensive cover.

Al Hilal impressively draws with Real Madrid at FIFA Club World Cup with Yassine Bounou's crucial penalty save. The match ends 1-1 in a statement game for the Saudi Pro League team.

Bayern Munich eyes Nico Williams, Eberechi Eze as potential transfers post missing out on Florian Wirtz to Liverpool for €136 million. Director under pressure to strengthen squad.

Young talents Désiré Doué and Lamine Yamal are set to dominate football with records and achievements comparable to Messi and Ronaldo's. Get insights on their rise to stardom and potential rivalry.

Hikers in New York's Adirondacks under the influence of magic mushrooms triggered a false alarm by reporting a non-existent death, leading to police involvement.

Japanese government implements new regulations to restrict 'kirakira' names, preventing parents from giving unconventional names based on kanji characters, citing administrative and bullying concerns.

The ongoing negotiations between Kiev and Moscow stall as the Russian death toll in the Ukraine conflict reaches an estimated 108,608 soldiers, with total casualties potentially exceeding 800,000. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.

Barcelona eyes Luis Diaz to bolster their attack next season, considering other options due to challenges in signing him from Liverpool. Deco hints at Barça's need for forward depth.

Belgian YouTuber Acid faces police search after disclosing the name of a convicted medical student, sparking controversy and legal actions.

Mexico files a lawsuit against Google for changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to America following Trump's order, causing international dispute.

Arsenal faces tough questions after falling short of Premier League glory this season. Key areas for improvement include signing a striker, keeping key players fit, maintaining discipline, and strengthening squad depth.

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and LeBron James faced playoff eliminations on Wednesday, marking a somber day for the sports world's greatest athletes.

Oekraïense president reveals Chinese mercenaries recruited by Russia, sparking diplomatic tensions. Zelenski seeks resolution amid Russia-China alliance concerns.

Controversy sparked as Acid exposes identity of convicted medical student, raising debates on justice system fairness.

Former MLS All-Stars unite in Iowa for U.S. Open Cup. Sacha Kljestan leads Des Moines Menace with ex-pros. Excitement and challenges in the tournament.

Two American teen girls (16) rescued after drifting at sea for 16 hours on a paddle surfboard near Tampa.

Astronomers discover 128 new moons around Saturn, possibly from collisions, making it the moon king of the solar system with 274 moons.

The US government offers up to two million dollars in rewards to individuals providing information leading to the arrest or conviction of Chinese hackers Yin KeCheng and Zhou Shuai.

Coach Eric Chelle names an enlarged 39-man provisional squad for Nigeria's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Maye Musk, the mother of tech billionaire Elon Musk, has led a remarkable life from modeling to grandmotherhood.

Forbes unveils the top earners in the entertainment industry for the year 2024.

Republicans clash over the disappointing release of the Epstein list, demanding more transparency from the FBI.

The emergence of a new category of ultra-rich individuals with $50 billion or more in wealth is reshaping the billionaire landscape.

Former French surgeon confesses to raping and sexually abusing 299 patients, mostly children, in a significant abuse scandal.