The most iconic soccer balls of all time

On Sunday, 16 April, former Dutch footballer Arjen Robben ran the Rotterdam Marathon, completing it in less than three hours. An excellent result for the former Bayern Munich phenomenon who, even now at 39 years of age, still continues to dedicate himself to the world of sport, even without the classic feint to return with his left hand.

Less sprinting and more endurance, it may be a coincidence, but many former footballers, once they have hung up their boots, devote themselves to the queen of races, the marathon. 

Robben is in fact only the latest in a long list of champions who attempt the feat and test their physiques, trained for years in very different ways.

After Jaylen Brown's contract renewal with the Boston Celtics, what is in fact the richest deal in the history of the American professional basketball league, 'Sky Sports' went looking for the other pharaonic contracts in the NBA.

The list of the five biggest contracts ever signed obviously only includes contemporary players, and in fact there is no mention of the technical value of the player but only of his 'salary'.

Incredibly, neither LeBron James nor Steph Curry are on this list.

The calendar of the first World Championship in Formula 1, that of 1950, contained seven grands prix. Seven circuits, therefore, three of which are incredibly still used (Silverstone, Montecarlo, Monza), one... almost (Spa-Francorchamps), two completely abandoned (Bremgarten, Reims).

Here are some of the tracks on which the Formula 1 has left traces of its history, but which are no longer part, for various reasons, of the calendar.

Let's start with the first two decades.

Browse the gallery of abandoned Formula 1 circuits.

Australian tennis player Ajla Tomljanovic is in the spotlight in the new Netflix documentary "Break Point".

Learn the story and interesting facts about Ajla Tomljanovic, the Croatian-born Australian tennis player who has won the hearts of fans around the world.

She has not yet won a WTA tournament and her best ranking is the current 33rd place and still she is one of the most followed tennis players.

From her origins to her life off the court, here are some fascinating facts about this talented athlete.

How much were the players worth when they retired?

In this photo gallery we have selected 8 players with the highest market value at the time of withdrawal.

The player with the highest market value is Enock Mwepu, who had to retire at the age of 24 on October 10, 2022, following the discovery of an inherited heart disease, ending his career early.

He currently coaches the Under 9 of Brighton.

Forbes' has compiled the ranking of the highest-paid sportsmen in 2023. At the top is footballer Cristiano Ronaldo thanks to his millionaire contract with his current team, Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

Two other footballers complete the podium, but in the top 10 there are athletes from four sports: basketball, tennis, golf and...boxing. NBA stars known to all sportsmen and women, and golf champions who have rich prize money at tournaments.

The ranking takes into account both earnings from sports and 'off the field' earnings from sponsorships and image rights.

The rumors of the New York Times expert journalist, Tariq Panja, have been confirmed: a new format for the 2026 World Cup (to be held between Mexico, the United States, and Canada) was approved in the Fifa Governing Council . Here are all the details.

The competition will consist of 104 matches and 48 teams will participate. The Fifa Governing Council has, in fact, unanimously approved the proposal to change the format of the review. The rounds will remain four-team and there will be 12 instead of 16 three-team groups as first thought.

In team sports, especially in the world of football, it is very common to become a coach after a career on the field, although it is not automatic that being a great footballer is equivalent to becoming a great coach.

There are cases, for example Trapattoni, Guardiola, Cruyff or Capello, who from great players (exceptional in the case of the late Johann) have become great coaches.

But also those like Maradona, Pelè or Toni Adams, to whom this passage did not bring the same success.

Scroll through the photo gallery to find out how coaches have changed since they became football coaches!

Ronda Rousey is undoubtedly one of the most iconic athletes of recent years. She started out as a judoka, winning an Olympic bronze medal at Beijing 2008.

With an impressive career in mixed martial arts and a strong personality, Rousey has won the hearts of fans around the world. 

But what makes Ronda Rousey so special? In this photo gallery, we explore her career, achievements and personality and try to understand why she has become the world's most clicked athlete.

In team sports, especially in the world of football, it is very common to become a coach after a career on the field, although it is not automatic that being a great footballer is equivalent to becoming a great coach.

There are cases, for example Trapattoni, Guardiola, Cruyff or Capello, who from great players (exceptional in the case of the late Johann) have become great coaches.

But also those like Maradona, Pelè or Toni Adams, to whom this passage did not bring the same success.

Scroll through the photo gallery to find out how coaches have changed since they became football coaches!

November as you know is the month of the mustache,Movember,  from Moustache + November.

 Charlie Chaplin in the world of cinema, Salvador Dalì in the history of art.

Even the world of football, which in its own way is an art, has had among its ranks numerous "mustaches" that have made the history of this sport.

In this photo gallery there are not all but the main "mustaches" in the history of football, for you someone is missing? Look at the photogallery and find out.

Who is your favorite? Who is missing for you among the most famous footballers with the "mustache" in the world?

One of the most interesting moments of the World Cup is the performance of national anthems: if we knew the lyrics of certain songs and the contexts in which they were written, we would listen to them smiling.

We reveal for example the curiosity related to the anthem of the Italian national team that will not participate in the World Cup in Qatar.

Have you ever listened to all the lyrics of Mameli's hymn? In the final part we talk about formations to keep in battle, proclamations against Austria, against the Cossacks and references to the Balilla!

Are you a fan of the most famous sport in the world? When you are on holiday do you never miss a visit to a stadium? Then here is what you need, the ranking of the most beautiful football stadiums in the world.

Maybe someone will take you for crazy but a visit to these great stages and their museums is a must.

Browse the gallery to find out which are the most beautiful stadiums in the world!

Have you ever been to one of these stadiums?

Do you think some of the most beautiful stadiums in the world of this gallery are missing?

Mike Tyson is one of the most famous icons in boxing history. 

Known for his devastating power and controversial personality, Tyson has left an indelible mark on the world of sport. 

However, there are many curiosities and little-known facts about Tyson's life and career that might surprise you. In this article, we explore some fascinating aspects of his life that might pique your interest and shed light on this extraordinary athlete.

Darya Klishina is one of the most famous and talented athletes on the international sporting scene despite not achieving Olympic or World Championship success.

A long jump champion, she has represented Russia in numerous world events and competitions, leaving her mark with numerous European and two Olympic participations.

But there are many aspects of her life and career that might surprise you.

Here are some interesting facts about Darya Klishina that you might not have known.