Napoli's McTominay Nominated for 2025 Ballon d'Or

Scott McTominay, now a midfielder for Napoli, has been shortlisted for the 2025 Ballon d'Or after a standout debut season where he helped Napoli win the Serie A title with 12 goals and four assists. His transformation from a surplus player at Manchester United to a cult hero at Napoli highlights his remarkable progress. Meanwhile, Oregon State's 2025 men's soccer team looks promising with returning midfielders Arnau Farnos and Fabian Straudi, both of whom had strong performances last season and earned various honors. The team is also bolstered by new transfers and freshmen with experience in European and American soccer systems, suggesting a competitive midfield lineup. The other articles focus on different soccer topics, including historic collegiate teams in Iowa, schoolboy players in Australia, and football player rankings in the FCS, and are unrelated to the main topic of current soccer player achievements and team previews.