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The student playing in La Liga: Introvert Rodri's unique rise to top
Rodri is already playing a key role at Barcelona after turning down Real Madrid this summer. Guillem Balague looks at his journey so far.
October 3, 2026How Manzambi became one of Europe's best young talents
Aston Villa's summer signing Johan Manzambi has been nominated for the best young player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony. BBC Sport looks at his rise.
September 29, 2026How PSG's Ballon d'Or duo are pushing each other on
While there can only be one winner, team-mates Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are backing each other to win the Ballon d'Or.
September 24, 2026I can still win Ballon d'Or despite barren season, says Mbappe - Reuters
I can still win Ballon d'Or despite barren season, says Mbappe Reuters
September 11, 2026Kane, Haaland, Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist, Vozinha gets Yashin nomination - Reuters
Kane, Haaland, Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist, Vozinha gets Yashin nomination Reuters
September 8, 2026Favourite Kane makes Ballon d'Or shortlist
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.
September 8, 2026Can Kane buck history and win Ballon d'Or?
History suggests Ballon d’Or winners come from those who have recently lifted one of football's biggest trophies. Can Harry Kane become a rare exception?
September 7, 2026This could be year I win Ballon d'Or, says Mbappe
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe says this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time.
September 7, 2026Kane on Ballon d'Or hopes
Harry Kane discusses potential Ballon d'Or hopes after becoming the first Englishman to win Germany's footballer of the year award for the 2025-26 season.
August 28, 2026Watch the best of Rodri's Manchester City journey
BBC Sport takes a look back at the moments that defined Rodri's time at Manchester City, from important goals to injuries and a Ballon d'Or, as the great midfielder takes his next step in his career.
August 16, 2026Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.
August 8, 2026How World Cup final could be pivotal in Ballon d'Or race
With the Ballon d'Or race tighter than ever before, BBC Sport looks at how the World Cup final could determine the 2026 winner.
July 17, 2026How Modric and Croatia continue to defy the odds
The child displaced by war who won six Champions League titles and a Ballon d'Or - how Luka Modric and England's opponents Croatia continue to defy the odds.
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The student playing in La Liga: Introvert Rodri's unique rise to top
Rodri never wanted to be interesting. While a generation of players build personal brands and chase clicks, the Barcelona and Spain midfielder stays away from social media and avoids the spotlight, t
How Manzambi became one of Europe's best young talents
Johan Manzambi scored his first Aston Villa against Tottenham in early September In just two years Johan Manzambi has gone from being an unknown teenager to a European star. The 20-year-old could be
How PSG's Ballon d'Or duo are pushing each other on
The Ballon d'Or is celebrating its 70th anniversary and the winner will be announced at a ceremony in London on 26 October Paris St-Germain won almost all before them last season, so it's no surprise
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Favourite Kane makes Ballon d'Or shortlist
Harry Kane scored 73 goals last season for club and country Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham and Ars
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Can Kane buck history and win Ballon d'Or?
Harry Kane helped England to third place in the World Cup With the Ballon d'Or shortlist to be announced on Tuesday, Harry Kane heads the field as the bookmakers' favourite after a prolific season fo
This could be year I win Ballon d'Or, says Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe has scored four goals in four games for Real Madrid this season Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe says this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time. The
Kane on Ballon d'Or hopes
Harry Kane discusses his potential Ballon d'Or hopes after becoming the first Englishman to win Germany's footballer of the year award for the 2025-26 season. The Bayern Munich striker scored 61 goal
Watch the best of Rodri's Manchester City journey
There was an error BBC Sport takes a look back at the moments that defined Rodri's time at Manchester City, from important goals to injuries and a Ballon d'Or, as the great midfielder takes his next
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Jorge Messi helped his son Lionel win the Ballon d'Or a record eight times and the best player of the tournament trophy as Argentina won the 2022 World Cup Lionel Messi's father Jorge has died at the
How World Cup final could be pivotal in Ballon d'Or race
Lamine Yamal is hoping to claim the Ballon d'Or for the first time, while Lionel Messi is looking to win his ninth When Spain and Argentina meet in Sunday's World Cup final, the thought of lifting th