Author: Kris Isaksen

From local legends to global icons, these are the 29 most prolific goalscorers in men’s international football history. Featuring names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and some surprising regional heroes, this countdown showcases the players who’ve lit up the world stage with their finishing prowess.

From Messi’s Champions League heroics to Lookman’s Europa League final masterclass, only 19 players in history have earned a flawless 10/10 rating from L’Équipe. Here’s a look back — from the very first in 1988 to the latest in 2025.

From Zidane’s elegance to Modric’s longevity and Kimmich’s tactical brilliance, this definitive ranking explores the 35 greatest central midfielders since 1990. Based on trophies, individual accolades, and legacy, these are the players who controlled the game from the middle of the park — and left a lasting mark on football history.

They frustrated fans, infuriated opponents, and redefined what it means to win ugly. These ten managers mastered the art of defensive football — proving that tactical discipline can conquer even the most glamorous sides in world football.

Signed to revolutionize Manchester United’s play from the back, Andre Onana instead delivered two seasons filled with high-profile errors, costly misjudgments, and moments that left fans speechless — for all the wrong reasons. As he departs for a loan spell at Trabzonspor, we look back at the 16 worst mistakes that defined his ill-fated time at Old Trafford.

From global icons like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to regional legends such as Ali Ashfaq and Vyacheslav Zahovaiko, this countdown showcases the 20 footballers who’ve scored the most hat-tricks in the 21st century. Some played on the world’s biggest stages, others dominated in less-heralded leagues—but all share a remarkable knack for finding the net three times in a single match.

They may be pushing 40, but these football legends are still going strong in 2025. From Ronaldo’s goal-scoring hunger to Modrić’s midfield mastery, here are 10 veteran stars proving that age is just a number in the beautiful game.

From boxing icons and football legends to golf pioneers and NBA superstars, the world’s top athletes have earned staggering sums both on and off the field. Adjusted for inflation, these 50 names represent more than $53 billion in combined earnings, proving that sports can be as lucrative as it is competitive.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching, and the world’s top football nations are already gearing up for glory. From reigning champions Argentina to rising giants like Spain and England, we’ve ranked the ten most likely contenders to win it all in North America.

From Burnley’s modest £40 million payroll to Manchester City’s staggering £188 million outlay, the 2025/26 Premier League wage bills show just how wide the financial gulf is between clubs. We break down what each team is paying its players — and who’s earning the most at every club.