Philadelphia, Pa. - After retired MLS legend Landon Donovan announced, "Orlando you are officially on the clock," the expansion Lions SC did what most expected and selected UConn forward Cyle Larin. By Peter Nolan

Portugal and Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has claimed the FIFA Ballon d'Or as the world?s best player for the second year running. By Peter Nolan

A first half hat trick from Romain Gall, half of an American total of six first half goals were enough for the the U.S. U20's to finally get a win. By Peter Nolan

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellerini and Queens Park Rangers striker Charlie Austin have picked up the EPL manager and player awards for the month of December. By Anthony Ta