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'I don’t know why the Ballon d'Or was cancelled. Maybe some years later I’ll understand what the reason was. For now, I don’t have the answer': Robert Lewandowski reflects on missing out on prestigious award in 2020

Robert Lewandowski still doesn't quite understand why he was denied the opportunity to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020

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Meloni, Murdoch, McGregor … Who flew in for Trump’s inauguration – and who got in the room?

A notable international contingent turned up for Trump’s swearing-in as well as galas and parties surrounding the event

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump’s return to power lays bare the lie that sports don’t matter

The Democrats find themselves out of power because they failed to embrace spaces where community connection is forged

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When do 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Tickets Go on Sale?

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 tickets are available now to the public with special packages available for club supporters.

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea frontrunners to sign the defender everyone in women's football wants: report

Chelsea are in need of a defender with Kadeisha Buchanan out injured

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UN labor agency head praises relations with Saudi Arabia during investigation of 2034 World Cup host

The head of the United Nations labor agency says it has good relations with Saudi Arabia during an ongoing investigation of alleged rights abuses by the 2034 World Cup host

The Independent UK

Sam Kerr Appears In London Court Over Alleged Racially Aggravated Attack Of Police Officer

The Matildas legend is set to face a jury next month over the 2023 incident.

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Casey Stoney Named Canadian Women's National Team Head Coach

The former San Diego Wave manager replaces Bev Priestman, who was dismissed due to a drone-spying scandal at the Paris Olympics.

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Death threats, interrogation: Why football referee Mahsa Ghorbani left Iran

Ghorbani, a female Iranian international football referee, fled to Sweden after security threats and unfair treatment.

Al Jazeera

Marta Extends Contract With Orlando Pride Until 2026

The Brazilian legend was a free agent after winning the NWSL Shield and Championship with Orlando in 2024.

Sports Illustrated

How the tell-nothing sport documentary craze failed its viewers

Wayne Rooney’s exit was a reminder of how common the fly-on-the-wall club documentary has become. The age of perpetual content is upon us, and it is viciously uninteresting

The Guardian - US

Zambia Women coach accused of sexual misconduct is moved aside

The Zambia coach accused of sexual misconduct at the 2023 Women’s World Cup has been replaced but will remain part of the national team setup ‘in an advisory role’

The Guardian - UK

Barron to Rangers full compensation fee laid bare in stinging Aberdeen statement

Connor Barron to Rangers compensation fee laid bare in stinging Aberdeen statement.

The National (Scotland)

Manchester United, Ryder Cup and Lions tour: 12 sport storylines for 2025

Everton’s new stadium, Women’s Rugby World Cup and potentially close Ashes series – the new year has much to offer

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Al Jazeera

Five sport events to watch in 2025: From Champions Trophy to AFCON

In a year packed with top international tournaments, Al Jazeera picks the top five must-watch events of 2025.

The Guardian - UK

The alternative 2024 sports awards: quotes, gaffes and animal cameos

The best and worst of 2024 – featuring Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the war on woke and the happiest 34 seconds of the year

Autosport

Levelling up – how Formula 1's global audience is opening the door to new partnerships

In mid-December, FIFA announced the 2030 World Cup would take place in six countries, spanning three continents. Meanwhile, most American sports have been heading to Europe in recent years looking to expand their appeal.

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The Guardian Footballer of the Year Sofie Junge Pedersen: ‘We wanted to send a message’

The Inter and Denmark player wins the award for her climate activism and being behind an open letter to Fifa regarding Saudi Arabia’s human rights issues

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The Independent UK

Manchester City’s hearing looms over football in 2025 – and the ramifications will be seismic

FOOTBALL IN 2025: As well as the Premier League’s case against Manchester City, Miguel Delaney details the issues hurting a sport bursting at the seams, with surprises on the pitch expected

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Soccer Calendar Strain: Players' Health At Risk

Soccer players face injury risks and burnout due to congested schedules and expanded tournaments. Rodri's Ballon d’Or win on crutches highlights the strain...

The Guardian - UK

With Mudryk’s positive a rarity, is football tackling drugs issue the right way?

The game either lacks a big drugs problem or isn’t catching cheats – and has long struggled to bring prosecutions

The Conversation

Saudi Arabia is a controversial choice to host the World Cup, but the spotlight and scrutiny might spark change

The official announcement that Saudi Arabia would host the 2024 Fifa men’s World Cup came as a surprise to nobody. Hosting rights have been on the country’s geopolitical agenda for many years, and football’s international governing body was more than happy to oblige.

The Independent UK

Netflix lands streaming rights to FIFA Women’s World Cup

The streaming giant has the exclusive rights to stream the 2027 and 2031 tournaments in the U.S.

The Guardian - UK

Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women’s World Cup in ‘landmark deal’

Netflix has signed an exclusive broadcast rights agreement to show the 2027 and 2031 editions of the Women’s World Cup in the United States and Puerto Rico

Sports Illustrated

Who Invented Soccer? Tracing the Game's History

When you drill down into the story of the game, these are three main eras where we can search for the culprit responsible for inventing soccer.

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