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Kylian Mbappe backs himself for Ballon d'Or win, but says voters will decide
The French star feels should be hailed as the best player in the world thanks to his La Liga and World Cup campaigns but knows there will be debate.
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USA Today
Ballon d'Or 2026: Full list of nominees for most prestigious awards in football
The shortlist for the Ballon d’Or has been announced, along with the reveal of other top honors of additional awards.
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Pocchetino says US mindset must change, appearing to cite Pulisic absence from 2025 Gold Cup
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino vows to change the attitude and habits of the men's national soccer team as he starts a second term
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USA Today
Rose Lavelle earns lone USWNT nomination for 2026 Ballon d'Or
Rose Lavelle was the lone American nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, which announced its shortlist on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
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USA Today
Vozinha earns Goalkeeper of the Year nomination at Ballon d'Or
Vozinha's fairytale year continued on Tuesday, Sept. 8 as he was nominated for the men's Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
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Pochettino says US mindset must change, appearing to cite Pulisic absence from 2025 Gold Cup
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino vows to change the attitude and habits of the men's national soccer team as he starts a second term
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SB Nation
Harry Kane amazed to reach the level of Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
The FC Bayern striker reflects on his incredible season.
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Kylian Mbappe Declines to Choose Between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as Greatest Ballon d'Or Winner
Kylian Mbappe Declines to Choose Between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as Greatest Ballon d'Or Winner
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SB Nation
‘He more than deserves it’ — Uli Hoeneß believes this is Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or
Uli Hoeneß is next in a long list of former footballers in recognising Harry Kane as the deserving Ballon d’Or winner.
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SB Nation
Arsenal vs Chelsea Premier League Preview: Derby Day
The Gunners host the Blues for a massive derby in the season’s early stages
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SB Nation
Edin Džeko always knew Bayern Munich’s Vincent Kompany would succeed as manager
The two old friends will meet up when FC Bayern squares off with Schalke 04.
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USA Today
Arsenal vs. Chelsea prediction, where to watch, time for Premier League match
The Premier League matchweek concludes with one its best rivalries being renewed as Arsenal welcome Chelsea to the Emirates.
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