Ronaldo Wins 5th Award
Dec 7 Ballon d'Or: Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo wins his 5th award to equal Lionel Messi's record; 2nd consecutive win for Ronaldo
- Dec 7 Former US gymnastics physician Larry Nasser is sentenced to 60 years on child pornography charges
- Dec 9 83rd Heisman Trophy Award: Baker Mayfield, Oklahoma (QB)
Sports History
Dec 9 Brian Ortega defeats Cub Swanson at UFC Fight Night 123, earning Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night honors
Kaka Retires
Dec 17 Brazilian footballer and former AC Milan and Real Madrid player Kaka retires
- Dec 18 Australia regains cricket's Ashes against England, winning by an innings to take 3 game lead at the WACA in Perth
Manchester City's Record Streak
Dec 27 Raheem Sterling scores to give Manchester City 1-0 win over Newcastle United at St. James' Park; EPL record 18th consecutive win; streak ends with 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace 31/12