Ballon d'Or

The forward should be acknowledged as the best on the planet following an immense campaign at Santiago Bernabeu

The England star's campaign ended in heartbreak, but he needs to be recognised for a historic season

Lionel Messi claimed Argentina team-mate Lautaro Martinez should win the Ballon d'Or after linking up with the Inter star for the national side.

The striker reportedly only wants to play in big games for his country, but that sort of selfish decision has the potential to backfire massively

Brazil icon Neymar has backed compatriot and Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or.

Vinicius Junior reportedly 'already knows' he's won the 2024 Ballon d'Or, with Nike planning a special tribute for the Real Madrid star.

The brilliant Brazilian has voiced his frustrations at not being nominated for the 2024 award, but he needs to elevate himself to be recognised

Vinicius Jr. has been told it would be the "biggest crime in history of the sport" if he wins the Ballon d'Or after another poor display for Brazil.

Father Time may be catching up with the Barcelona legend, but his omission from the 2024 nominees list just doesn't sit right

Gary Lineker has revealed his pick for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, while also making a “next five years” prediction for Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal.

While all the players who were named as Golden Ball nominees were deserving of their place, there were others who had decent claims to a spot, too

Real Madrid star Rodrygo, who savoured La Liga and Champions League glory last season, has reacted to being left off the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist.

USWNT, Spain leads Ballon d'Or Féminin nominations list, but Girma missing

The shortlist for world football's most prestigious individual award has been revealed ahead of the ceremony in Paris on October 28