Messi Makes Ballon d’Or History at 39 Despite Missing Out
Lionel Messi may have missed out on the 2026 Ballon d’Or, but the Argentine superstar has still secured a place in the award’s record books. At 39 years and four months, he has become the oldest outfield player to finish in the top five, adding another…
Usman Khaja’s Hidden Battle Behind 16 Test Centuries
For a batsman, the toughest opponent is often a hostile fast bowler, a skilful spinner or a prolonged loss of form. For former Australia opener Usman Khawaja, however, the greatest challenge of his career came from an enemy that could not be seen. At…
Harry Kane Makes History with First Ballon d’Or Triumph
Harry Kane has won the Ballon d’Or for the first time, claiming football’s most prestigious individual honour ahead of France’s Kylian Mbappé and Spain’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. In the women’s category, Spain’s Alexia Putellas secured the award…
Sonargaon University Edges Past ULAB in ABG Cup Thriller
University sports delivered a masterclass in tension and athleticism as the ABG University Cup 2026 unfolded with a gripping fixture on Monday evening. Hosted at the state-of-the-art Bashundhara Kings Arena in Dhaka, the day’s second football…
Uncertainty Surrounds Lionel Messi’s Attendance at Ballon d’Or
Excitement is building around the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony, yet a cloud of uncertainty continues to hang over the potential presence of Argentine icon Lionel Messi. Set to take place at the historic London Palladium, the glamorous event…
Why Pelé and Maradona Never Won the Ballon d’Or
Pelé of Brazil and Diego Maradona of Argentina are widely regarded as two of the greatest footballers in history. Both enjoyed extraordinary careers, achieved remarkable success on the international stage and left an enduring mark on the sport. Yet…
Kane and Yamal Lead the Race for Ballon d’Or Glory
Football fans are just hours away from discovering who will claim one of the sport’s most prestigious individual honours, the Ballon d’Or. Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé have emerged as the leading contenders, while Lionel Messi’s name also…
Mbappe Double Sinks Barcelona as Real Madrid Win El Clasico
Real Madrid claimed a crucial 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the first El Clasico of the year, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice to secure all three points at the Camp Nou. The defeat marked Barcelona’s first loss of the La Liga season under head coach…
Harry Kane Leads Ballon d’Or Race as Betting Odds Shift
The race for football’s most prestigious individual honour, the Ballon d’Or, has taken a dramatic turn in its final stretch as bookmakers recalibrate their predictions ahead of the official ceremony. Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine…
Chelsea Cross Century Mark for Premier League Red Cards
Chelsea entered an unwelcome chapter in English football history after crossing the milestone of one hundred red cards in the Premier League. The landmark moment unfolded during a disappointing two-nil defeat against Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge,…
