Since its introduction in 1982, the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball has honored the tournament's most outstanding player. Here is the complete record of winners, their performances and historic context...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Lionel Andres Messi Cuccittini
• Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Italy's Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti has firmly rejected a proposal suggesting Italy replace Iran at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the idea as shameful, according to a report from Italy's state news agency ANSA on April 24...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Italy
• Iran

Erling Haaland, the 25-year-old Manchester City forward, is poised to make his World Cup debut in 2026, having guided Norway back to the tournament for the first time since 1998. Born in Leeds on July 1, 2000, while his father Alfie played in the Premier League, Haaland has developed into one of football's most formidable attackers...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Erling Braut Haaland
• Manchester City F.C.
• Norway

With fewer than 50 days until kickoff, the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America has seen a notable shift in title odds. France and Spain now stand as co-favorites at plus 500, according to DraftKings Sportsbook data from April 23...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Kylian Mbappe Lottin
• France
• Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana

World Cup final ticket prices have reached unprecedented levels on FIFA's official resale platform, with four category one seats listed at $2,299,998.85, approximately £1.7 million, per ticket...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Brazil
• Scotland

Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers is drawing serious transfer interest from top clubs across England and Europe, with Paris Saint-Germain emerging as a key suitor alongside Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Aston Villa F.C.
• Morgan Rogers
• Arsenal F.C.

Real Betis and Real Madrid played out a tense 1-1 draw at Estadio de La Cartuja in LaLiga EA Sports action. Vinicius Junior opened the scoring for the away side in the 16th minute, pouncing on a rebound after Valles parried Valverde's long-range effort. The home side fought back and found an equalizer deep into stoppage time, as Hector Bellerin slotted home following a scramble in the box after...Full Story »

• La Liga
• Review
• Real Betis
• Real Madrid CF

Manchester United have identified Robert Lewandowski as a key summer addition once his Barcelona contract expires in June and are stepping up their pursuit. The veteran forward will turn 38 in August and is seen as a mentor for the club's youthful attack, particularly on Champions League nights. Chelsea have also been linked with an approach for the Pole...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Manchester United F.C.
• Robert Lewandowski
• Morgan Rogers

The appeal for Martinez's three-match suspension was rejected by the FA as it was deemed to not be an obvious error...Full Story »

• Analysis

Rodri will not be risked in Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final against Southampton this weekend even though he is recovering from a groin injury, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday...Full Story »

• Injury