Dec 29 (Reuters) - Before Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo came along, the enduring debate in soccer about who was the greatest player centered on two men: Pele and Diego Maradona. It was an ...

Indeed, up until 1995, the Ballon d'Or could only be won by footballers from Europe. As such, some icons of the game failed to earn true recognition for their talent. With that in mind, a decision was ...

In this new series, ST Sports looks at who can take over the mantle from Ronaldo and Messi. Read more at straitstimes.com.

© Ricardo Moreira/Getty ImagesCarlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Brazil, looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier between Brazil and Paraguay at ...

Explore the early years of football legends Diego Maradona and Pelé in "Maradona & Pelé but Young." This fascinating video delves into their initial steps into the world of football, showcasing their ...

Pelé was defined in the last couple of decades by what he wasn’t — namely, Diego Maradona. Pelé was soccer’s straight-edged counter to Maradona, the outspoken cocaine addict who fraternized with ...

In 2013, during a visit with Pope Francis, legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon touched Lionel Messi’s face and stated “I wanted to make sure he was human like us. For me, Lionel Messi is an ...

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino batted away questions over why Yunus Musah and Joe Scally didn't make the roster for two upcoming friendlies.

Pele has paid a new emotional tribute to his “great friend” Diego Maradona. Both men are considered two of the best players in history and shared a good relationship in the years after their ...

(Reuters) - Before Lionel Messi came along the enduring debate in football about who was the greatest player involved two men: Diego Maradona and Pele. It was an argument that was played out for years ...