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Can ESPN predict the Ballon d'Or? We simulated the voting process to find out

The Ballon d'Or awards are typically tough to predict, but can ESPN and our global resources do just that?

2026 Ballon d’Or: Where to watch, nominated players – Everything you need to know

The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony is being held on Monday evening: Here is everything you...

Chivu: ‘Money can’t buy the Champions League, Inter rowing in the same direction’

Cristian Chivu says that there is no formula that guarantees success in the Champions League,...

Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior sent off for hair-pulling in victory over Villarreal

Yan Diomandé earned Real Madrid a tight 1-0 victory over Villarreal to keep them six points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona, even though winger Vinícius Júnior was sent off for hair pulling. Vinícius, on as a substitute, scored but his goal was disallowed and then he was dismissed after a VAR review showed he had pulled the hair of Villarreal’s Nathan Saliba. Continue reading...

Chivu: ‘Players prefer to play than train, Inter never underestimate opponents’

Cristian Chivu is looking forward to the return of domestic league action after the extra-long...

Following World Cup failure, Ancelotti's Brazil still haven't convinced many

Despite going unbeaten in their last three friendly matches, Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil have not shown significant progress after their early World Cup elimination.

Juventus star Yildiz eyed by Real Madrid and Arsenal as Bianconeri future hinges on Champions League

Juventus have valued Kenan Yildiz at €100m for the best part of a year, and...

Brazil's Raphinha substituted due to thigh pain

In-form Raphinha has set alarm bells ringing at Barcelona after being substituted with a thigh problem in Brazil's 4-2 friendly win over Australia on Tuesday in Brisbane.

Australia go down fighting to Brazil in fiery 4-2 friendly defeat

Socceroos led 2-1 with goals from Metcalfe and Circati Two late goals sealed win for five-time world champions His first touch taking the ball goalward, Vanderson felt the pressure from Australian defenders closing in and laced a shot goalward, burying it in the top corner of Patrick Beach’s net and putting Brazil ahead. All of 132 seconds had transpired at Lang Park, and, after being forced to salvage a 1-1 draw with effectively the last touch of the game four days prior, it not only represented a perfect start for the Seleção, but also felt like it was sending a message. We’re Brazil, you’re Australia, and we’re going to put you in your place. And 90 minutes later, a level of pride had been restored when it finished 4-2 to the South Americans. As that effort from the Monaco defender nestled in the back of the net, memories of Nestory Irankunda’s free-kick blast at Queensland Country Bank Stadium were already fading. And as Raphinha twice thundered efforts into the body of Beach a minute later, it started to feel almost like it was 2017 again, when Diego Souza scored after just 11 seconds at the MCG to set up a comprehensive 4-0 win or 2013, when Jô scored after seven minutes in Brasília to set up a 6-0 win. Continue reading...

Socceroos denied famous win as late Brazil goal cancels out Irankunda stunner

Australia 1-1 Brazil in international friendly in Townsville Irankunda hits free kick before Rayan equalises deep in added time It was a Friday night in which the stars descended on Townsville. There was Bruno Guimarães, Raphinha and Vinícius Júnior in the Brazilian XI, with Endrick leading the line and Estêvão out on the flank, all instructed by Carlo Ancelotti in the dugout. But on this evening, their limelight was stolen by Australia’s star boy Nestory Irankunda. His magnificent 68th-minute free kick may have been cancelled out at the death by Rayan’s header, ensuring Australia and Brazil shared a 1-1 draw at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, but on a night in which some of the planet’s biggest and best were on hand, Irankunda stood up to be counted. Continue reading...

Vinícius Júnior et al land in unlikely outpost of Townsville as Brazil reboot begins | Joey Lynch

The Seleção’s rebuild after their latest World Cup exit begins against the Socceroos in a place better known for rugby league than joga bonito It’s a safe bet that Vinícius Júnior, who plays week in and week out for Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, doesn’t know about North Queensland Fury. Why would he? Indeed, it is likely that none of the Brazil side that landed in Townsville on Thursday are aware of Australian football’s history in the region. Nor, perhaps, the city itself, until recently. Maybe in the spirit of cultural exchange, then, Raphinha will be posting #BringBackTheFury on his Instagram page by the time the Seleção depart the Sunshine State next week. Such a post would only feel slightly more surreal than the Barcelona attacker rubbing shoulders at Townsville airport with almost 80 junior rugby league sides from around Queensland, jetting in for the Gordon Tallis Cup . Continue reading...

After Messi and Neymar, who will be next No. 10s for Brazil, Argentina?

With Lionel Messi and Neymar set to leave the Argentina and Brazil teams, respectively, who will step up to wear two of South America's most historic shirts?

Ancelotti names new-look Brazil squad after World Cup failure

Carlo Ancelotti started his complete overhaul of Brazil's national team on Wednesday by announcing a squad with few of the players he took to the World Cup three months ago and several young talents.

Yildiz remains Arsenal target after Juventus swap approach

Arsenal made an informal approach to Juventus this window for Kenan Yildiz, offering Gabriel Martinelli...

A decade of elite men's soccer as seen through the FC 100

We've been tracking the FC 100 since 2016 and a lot has changed in the game -- though Lionel Messi has been ever-present. Gab Marcotti reflects on the list, its growth and what it shows you about men's soccer.

Enjoyed the World Cup? Here's your 101 guide to the club game

So, you're keen to extend your soccer love? Well, let Bill Connelly count 10 things you need to know.

New Chelsea boss Alonso: Madrid 'scar' has healed

Xabi Alonso said the "scar" he suffered from his short tenure at Real Madrid has healed, allowing him to fully focus on taking Chelsea into the new Premier League season.

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