They’re not ready.” He did not congratulate Rodri on on winning the Ballon d’Or for the first time, with the influential midfielder recognised for his role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph.

Vincent Garcia, chief editor of France Football and a key figure in organizing the annual Ballon d’Or ceremony, has addressed Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr missing out on the men’s Ballon d'Or ...

The Ballon d’Or went to a new home this year, as Manchester City and Spain star Rodri outlasted three Real Madrid stars to be named the top player in men’s football for the 2023-24 season. Lionel ...

Former Everton forward Richarlison couldn't hide his dismay over the unexpected outcome of the Ballon d'Or, venting his frustration on social media when it was announced that Rodri had nabbed the ...

Tuesday nights Ballon d’Or ceremony caused quite the stir as Florentino Perez and Real Madrid threw their toys out of the pram in shameful fashion. Real’s Vinicius Jr. had been told at the ...

MANCHESTER City and Spain midfielder Rodri was awarded the men’s Ballon d’Or on Monday (Oct 28) after winning a fourth consecutive Premier League title and Euro 2024, but Real Madrid boycotted the ...

STOCKHOLM : Norway striker Erling Haaland may be one of the best players in the world, but he won't be in the room when the Ballon d'Or is awarded in Paris on Monday, preferring instead a trip to ...

After Manchester City's Rodri claimed soccer's most prestigious individual award, the world is already turning its attention to the 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony. The night was not without controversy ...

Editor's note: This article, originally published on Oct. 25, has been updated to reflect the result of Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony. Can the ultimate team player ever hope to win the Ballon d'Or ...

Real Madrid were thrashed 4-0 by rivals Barcelona in Saturday night’s Clasico and there was a total blackout of posts on the club’s social media channels during the Ballon d’Or with no ...

The 2024 Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded today in Paris, France and it won't be without controversy. Long-time favorite, Vinicius Junior is no longer in the running for the prestigious award ...