Ronaldo, Kaka on FIFA's world player shortlist

Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka, the last two winners of the World Player of the Year award, have been included in a FIFA shortlist for this year's accolade. The 23-man shortlist was drawn up by FIFA's......

Drogba joins MLS bandwagon, signs for Montreal Impact

Didier Drogba addresses speaks to fans in London. Photograph: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has signed for the Montreal Impact, the club announced on Monday as the......

Messi, Ronaldo in race for Ballon d'Or award

The list of candidates to win the 2009 Ballon d'Or award was reduced to 10 men on Sunday, with Barcelona and Argentina forward Lionel Messi the overwhelming favourite. A list of 30 players released......

PHOTOS: Luka is FIFA's Player of the Year!

'This award is not just mine.''It is my team mates' from Real Madrid and Croatia.''Without my coaches, I would not have won this and without my family I would not be the player I am today.' IMAGE:......

SHOCKING! Messi misses out on shortlist for FIFA award

Lionel Messi, who last failed to make the final three nominees in 2006, has won the award, in its various guises, five times and finished runner-up on another six occasions. IMAGE: Lionel Messi......