Lionel Messi has been named the best men's player at the Best Fifa Football Awards.
The Barcelona star edged out Cristiano Ronaldo and Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk.
It's the sixth time Messi has been voted the world's best and the first time since 2015.
Meanwhile, United States forward Megan Rapinoe took home the best women's player award while Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was named men's coach of the year.
The best goalkeeper award went to Liverpool Alisson.
Sinner to start US Open against Kopriva, Sabalenka faces tricky test
Defending champion Jannik Sinner, who has been recovering from illness, received a more favourable route to the US Open final than Carlos Alcaraz while Aryna Sabalenka will be tested in her bid to retain her title after the draw was made on Thursday.
Errani, Vavassori hope mixed doubles win earns respect for overlooked event
US Open mixed doubles champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori hope they have earned respect for their event after overcoming a field packed with singles stars to successfully defend their title.
Gauff splits with coach Daly ahead of US Open
Two-times Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff has parted ways with coach Matthew Daly just days before the start of the US Open, ESPN reported on Wednesday.
South Africa spinner Subrayen cited for suspect bowling action
South Africa spinner Prenelan Subrayen has been reported for a suspect bowling action in the first ODI against Australia, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said.
UAE launches annual Emirates Falcons International Cup
The UAE Falcons Federation has approved the launch of the Emirates Falcons International Cup, an international falconry championship set to be held annually from the 2025-2026 season.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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