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Ballon d'Or Gala Moved to September to Avoid Schedule Conflicts

The organizer of the prestigious Ballon d'Or gala has received severe criticism. Now the award ceremony is being moved to September to avoid colliding with national team matches on the women's side.

Ballon d'Or Gala Moved to September to Avoid Schedule Conflicts

Got His Revenge – Became the World's Best Player

Real Madrid boycotted the Ballon d'Or gala when the Spanish giant club got wind of that their star Vinicius Júnior would not be awarded. Now, the Brazilian has been named the best player of the year by Fifa.

Got His Revenge – Became the World's Best Player

No Messi or Ronaldo – a new era for football

During Monday evening, the world's best soccer player is announced. For the first time since 2003, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo are nominated.

No Messi or Ronaldo – a new era for football

Resigned Asllani: "It's totally outdated"

The planning of the Ballon d'Or gala is "outdated" and the flattery with Saudi Arabia is new evidence that no one is listening. Kosovare Asllani is so tired of Uefa and Fifa that she launches an unexpected idea: a new association just for women's football.

Resigned Asllani: "It's totally outdated"

Hammarby pulverized by Barça: "Were completely outclassed"

Hammarby were about to shock Barcelona after 30 seconds. Then the fun stopped.

Hammarby pulverized by Barça: "Were completely outclassed"