Ballon D Or

Lionel Messi Says "Retirement Is Approaching" After Winning Ballon d'Or For Sixth Time

Asian News International | Tuesday December 3, 2019

After winning the Ballon d'Or for the sixth time, Lionel Messi said he is aware of how old he is and that retirement is approaching.

Virgil Van Dijk Deserved Ballon d'Or, Says Liverpool Manager Jurgen Klopp

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday December 3, 2019

Jurgen Klopp believes Virgil van Dijk would have been a worthy winner of the Ballon d'Or but understands why Lionel Messi lifted it for a sixth time.

Lionel Messi Wins Record 6th Ballon d'Or, Son's Reaction Steals The Show

Written By Abhimanyu Bose | Tuesday December 3, 2019

Lionel Messi claimed a record 6th Ballon d'Or and his son's reaction was what made the occasion even more memorable.

US World Cup Superstar Megan Rapinoe Wins Women's Ballon d'Or Prize

World News | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday December 3, 2019

United States World Cup icon Megan Rapinoe won the women's Ballon d'Or prize at an awards ceremony in Paris on Monday.

Lionel Messi Wins 2019 Ballon d'Or Prize For Record Sixth Time

World News | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday December 3, 2019

Lionel Messi won a record sixth men's Ballon d'Or award at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, beating Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk to take the honours.

Lionel Messi, Megan Rapinoe Expected To Take Ballon D'Or Honours

Agence France-Presse | Sunday December 1, 2019

Lionel Messi top-scored in La Liga last season with 36 goals as Barcelona won the title. He did not have a great Copa America with Argentina, but his genius is undeniable.

Liverpool Stretch Lead As Manchester City, Chelsea Stumble

Agence France-Presse | Saturday November 30, 2019

While Liverpool have made a habit of winning games when not at their best, not for the first time this season, Manchester City let points slip away to further dent their title chances after a 2-2 draw.

Ballon D'Or Shortlist: Megan Rapinoe Named But Luka Modric, Neymar Miss Out

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday October 22, 2019

Ballon D'Or, the holder of the men's award, Luka Modric, and the world's most expensive player Neymar missed out as France Football unveiled nominees in four categories.

Ballon d'Or Organisers Introduce Yashin Award For Goalkeeper

Agence France-Presse | Friday September 20, 2019

The Yashin Trophy will be named after the Soviet international, Lev Yashin, the only goalkeeper to have won the Ballon d'Or itself.

Lionel Messi "Made Me Better Player", Says Cristiano Ronaldo

Agence France-Presse | Friday August 23, 2019

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have won the coveted Ballon d'Or five times each, a factor that helps each player flourish.

Cristiano Ronaldo 'Not Obsessed' By Individual Trophies

Agence France-Presse | Monday December 31, 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo missed on this year's Ballon d'Or after winning it five times.

Real Madrid Win Third Straight Club World Cup Title

Agence France-Presse | Sunday December 23, 2018

The Spanish giants have now won a record four Club World Cup titles, pulling one clear of arch rivals Barcelona.

Cristiano Ronaldo "Challenges" Lionel Messi To "Try Something New"

Monday December 10, 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been rivals for the past decade winning five Ballon d'Or trophies each.

Ballon D'Or Host Apologises After "Twerk" Request To First Woman Winner

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday December 4, 2018

French DJ Martin Solveig asked the inaugural women's Ballon d'Or winner Ada Hegerberg whether she could "twerk" live on stage.

Luka Modric Ends Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo Ballon d'Or Duopoly

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday December 4, 2018

Luka Modric won the 2018 Ballon d'Or, Cristiano Ronaldo was second, with France and Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann completing the podium.