Author: Kris Isaksen

The prestigious Ballon d’Or rankings for 2025 have been unveiled, and the list is packed with standout names from across

Spain rise to the top of the FIFA Men’s World Rankings after a dominant Euro 2024 run, while traditional powerhouses like Brazil and Germany slip down the order. From surprise surges by Morocco and Portugal to setbacks for Costa Rica and Ukraine, the latest update paints a dynamic picture of world football just months before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. Here’s a full breakdown of the top 50 nations, ranked from 50 to 1.

Some of football’s most iconic names — from Andrés Iniesta to Thierry Henry — dazzled fans, won countless trophies, and changed the game forever. Yet, despite their brilliance, they never laid hands on the Ballon d’Or. This countdown celebrates the top 10 players who deserved football’s highest individual honor but never received it.

Think your favorite sport is pricey? From jet-setting athletes to million-dollar gear, these are the top 10 most expensive sports in the world — and the jaw-dropping costs behind them. Whether it’s the ice, the sea, or the racetrack, competition at this level comes with a serious price tag.

From King Kenny and Steven Gerrard to Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool’s history is stacked with iconic players who’ve shaped the club’s identity on and off the pitch. This ranked list of the 25 greatest Liverpool stars celebrates the legends who turned Anfield into a fortress and wrote their names into football folklore.

It was meant to make football fairer—but instead, VAR has delivered chaos, confusion, and controversy. From title-defining blunders to jaw-dropping oversights on the world stage, we break down the ten most infamous VAR decisions that left players, coaches, and fans fuming.

From established stars like Rodri and De Bruyne to rising maestros like Bellingham and Pedri, the midfielders on this list are the game’s true orchestrators. We break down the top 20 central players in world football for 2025 — ranked by impact, form, and influence on the pitch.

You don’t have to be fast to be world-class. These ten footballers built legendary careers without ever relying on pace — proving that intelligence, technique, and timing can outshine pure speed.