From the FIFA World Cup to the four Grand Slams in tennis, here are the major sports events in 2026 to mark on your calendar.

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With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo still setting global benchmarks, Semenyo was asked to choose between the two.

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The race for the 2026 Ballon d'Or has begun - so who are the main contenders for the Golden Ball, and who has work to do to keep up?

While many players see their worth collapse as birthdays pile up, one of soccer’s most enduring icons is proving that time ...

Here are Sports Illustrated’s 20 most underrated footballers of all time.

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has added another milestone to his glittering career!The Argentine icon has been crowned the ...

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