Liverpool legend Steve McManaman believes that Mohamed Salah needs to win the UEFA Champions League this season if he wants to capture the next Ballon d’Or. The Egyptian star is having an incredible season as Liverpool steam-roll their way to the title, but a European trophy could all but guarantee Salah his crown. “If you’re going […]
England and Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Mohamed Salah is at the moment an overwhelming favourite to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The Egyptian international has been a livewire for the club in the ongoing season. The Reds are closing in on securing this season’s Premier League while they are in the knockout stages of the […]
Brazilian international Vinicius Junior, who has Cameroonian heritage, addressed the media ahead of Real Madrid’s much-anticipated Champions League last-16 clash with Atletico Madrid. This marks the first European derby between the two rivals since 2017, adding extra significance to the encounter. With the first leg set to take place at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday, […]
A former France international of Algerian descent, Karim Benzema has reiterated that he believes Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr. should have won the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. According to him, he was sad when the Real Madrid star missed out on the award last year, stressing that he deserved it. “I don’t want to talk about […]
Chelsea legend Joe Cole has thrown his support behind Mohamed Salah as a leading contender for this year’s Ballon d’Or. The Liverpool and Egypt star has been in scintillating form, racking up 42 goal involvements in the Premier League this season. Salah continued his impressive run with an assist in last week’s 2-0 victory over […]
Egyptian attacker Mohamed Salah is staying coy on his Ballon d’Or chances, as he revealed his primary goals he wants to achieve in the ongoing season. Salah continued his impressive performance in midweek as Liverpool stunned Newcastle United 2-0 to go 13 clear on the league log. The former Chelsea and AS Roma star has already […]
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has acknowledged Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or but insists that team success will be the key to securing the prestigious individual award. Salah has been in outstanding form this season, reinforcing his status as one of the world’s top players. However, despite his impressive performances, the Egyptian star […]
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Ivorian football icon Yaya Touré has declared Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah the best player in the world, voicing his frustration over the lack of recognition the Egyptian forward continues to face despite years of elite-level performances. Speaking to beIN Sports, Touré, a three-time Premier League champion with Manchester City and four-time African Ballon d’Or winner, openly […]
Jamie Carragher has ignited debate in England after making controversial remarks about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) while discussing Mohamed Salah’s chances of winning the Ballon d’Or. The former Liverpool defender suggested that AFCON is not a “major tournament,” implying that it hinders Salah’s chances of securing football’s most prestigious individual award. Carragher questions […]
Ivorian football legend Yaya Touré has criticised what he perceives as a lack of respect for Liverpool star Mohamed Salah following controversial remarks by former England defender Jamie Carragher. The debate over Salah’s Ballon d’Or chances reignited after another stellar performance by the Egyptian forward, who scored and assisted in Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Manchester […]
