Sofascore’s award celebrates players through data, not popularity. Raphinha and Kimmich led Europe by ratings but remain outside Ballon d’Or favourites. This contrast shows why an objective, performance-based prize tells football’s truest story.
Raphinha. Kimmich. Top of the Ratings – But Not the Ballon d’Or Favourites. Why?
Sep 12, 2025
Data vs Drama: Who Are the Real Best Players in the World Right Now?
As the Ballon d’Or shortlist once again ignites global football discourse, a quick glance at the data suggests a very different picture of elite performance this past season.
Sep 12, 2025
UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Season Preview
The UEFA Champions League 2025/26 kicks off with high expectations, fresh transfers, and tactical intrigue. Europe’s top clubs chase continental glory, while emerging talents and returning managers add excitement to the world’s most prestigious football tournament.
Sep 12, 2025
Euro 2000 Final – France’s Golden Goal Triumph
The Euro 2000 final was unforgettable: France defeated Italy with David Trezeguet’s golden goal. It was a dramatic ending, turning Italian hope into heartbreak, and securing France’s dominance at the turn of the millennium.
Sep 12, 2025
Interview with Nico Cantor: Numbers Don’t Lie, Powered by Sofascore
CBS Sports host Nico Cantor introduces Numbers Don’t Lie, powered by Sofascore. In this interview, he explains how advanced analytics will shape football debates, highlight stars like Lautaro Martínez and Lamine Yamal, and uncover the truth behind the numbers.
Sep 12, 2025
Serie A Fantasy Picks — Matchday 3
Serie A’s third round is upon us: here’s our recommended starting eleven to best tackle the championship matchday. Targeted picks, in-form players, and a few surprises to maximize your score and performance on the pitch.
Sep 12, 2025
Premier League Fantasy Picks: Round 4
Premier League Round 4 is here and we’ve picked a Fantasy XI under €80M. With Sofascore ratings guiding the way, our squad mixes budget gems and reliable scorers ready to deliver points.
Sep 11, 2025
The Magician of Barcelona – Ronaldinho
Ronaldinho was Barcelona’s magician, a player who redefined joy in football. With dazzling dribbles, no-look passes, and impossible goals, he enchanted fans worldwide, bringing back glory to Barça and leaving an everlasting smile on the game.
Sep 11, 2025
Sofascore Meetup: How Half a Million People Stayed Connected
When 500,000 people gathered at Zagreb’s Hippodrome for the region’s biggest concert, staying online was just as important as singing along. At the latest Sofascore Stadium Meetup, industry experts revealed how a network strong enough for half a million stories was built, and why sometimes the greatest success is when everything simply works.
Sep 11, 2025
Juventus–Inter (in Turin): The 5 Most Unforgettable Matches of the Last 30 Years
Excitement, controversy and legendary moments. The Derby d’Italia in Turin has defined many eras of Italian football. Five matches from the last thirty years tell the story of the great rivalry between Juventus and Inter, a true symbol of history and prestige.
Sep 11, 2025
Sofascore Fantasy Launches for the Champions League
Sofascore Fantasy expands to the Champions League. With nine competitions covered, 46 markets available to play and nearly half a million teams already created, fans worldwide can now manage their dream squads using live data and weekly challenges.
Sep 10, 2025
Loan Moves – A Stepping Stone or a Career Trap?
Loan moves can be a stepping stone to gain experience and first-team minutes, but they can also become traps that slow a player’s career and create professional instability.