Watch: Neymar Jr’s Sombrero magic
The Brazilians will need their talismans magic when they take on Croatia in the World Cup quarterfinals.
Memorable Modric to have one last dance
Luka Modric faces the biggest test of his international career since his inspirational 2018 world cup campaign in Russia.
Watch: Modric, Croatia’s little magician
Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric is known for his ability to create chances out of thin air. His teammates will need more of his magic if they wish to progress against one the tournament favourites, Brazil, in the quarterfinals.
French injuries may prove decisive at the final hour
A surprise defeat to Tunisia in their final group game raised questions over the strength of Didier Deschamps injury ridden squad.
Messi tips Benzema for ‘deserved’ Ballon d’Or
Real Madrid’s France star Karim Benezema deserves to win the Ballon d’Or, according to seven-time laureate Lionel Messi.
Ronaldo refutes claim his main aim is to win Ballon d’Or more times than Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo has dismissed claims from a French journalist that his main aim is to finish his career with more Ballon d’Or wins than Lionel Messi.
Robert Lewandowski robbed? Here are the 12 best players never to win the Ballon d’Or
Robert Lewandowski scored 48 goals in a season and still didn’t win the Ballon d’Or – don’t worry Bobby, you’re in good company …
Lionel Messi wins record-breaking sixth Ballon d’Or
Lionel Messi has won a record sixth Ballon d’Or crown at a ceremony in Paris.
I want to win the Ballon d’Or more times than Messi – Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is determined to end his career with at least one more Ballon d’Or than great rival Lionel Messi as he attempts to establish himself as the greatest player of all time.
Ronaldo deserved Ballon d’Or – Allegri
Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo deserved to win the Ballon d’Or but missing out should drive him even more, according to coach Massimiliano Allegri.