FIFA and France Football today announced the three finalists for both the men's and women's Ballon d'Or, and American star Abby Wambach has made the cut.

To the surprise of virtually no one, goalkeeper Tim Howard has been voted the 2014 U.S. Soccer Male Athlete of the Year. Howard beat out five teammates. By Peter Nolan

Chelsea drew to Sunderland at the weekend to continue their unbeaten run this season. The Blues were disappointed they didn?t get more from the game with Jose Mourinho complaining. By Anthony Ta

Abby Wambach was the lone American named today when FIFA announced the 10 finalists for the 2014 Ballon d'Or for the 2014 Women's World Player of the Year. By Peter Nolan