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sportsloverguide · 11 months ago
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Ballon d'Or Nominees: Who's Got the Golden Touch?
Ballon d'Or Nominees: Who's Got the Golden Touch?
Football's highest honor, the Ballon d'Or, isn't easy to snatch. Only 26 players have ever held the golden ball, and even getting nominated is a huge deal.
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Top 10 Most Nominated Players:
Cristiano Ronaldo (18): The unstoppable machine still holds the record for most nominations despite his 2023 move to Saudi Arabia.
Lionel Messi (16): Don't be fooled by second place! Messi still boasts the most wins with a whopping 7 golden balls.
Paolo Maldini (13): This defensive rock spent two decades dominating the field, earning 13 nominations along the way.
Johan Cruyff (12): Footballing pioneer and legend, Cruyff's influence goes beyond stats, as evidenced by his 12 nominations.
Franz Beckenbauer (12): Nicknamed "Der Kaiser," Beckenbauer is a Ballon d'Or double winner and World Cup champion in both player and manager roles.
Karim Benzema (12): Finally winning the 2021 Ballon d'Or proved Benzema was more than just Ronaldo's sidekick.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic (11): Ibra's incredible longevity and dominance across multiple countries earned him 11 nominations.
Gianluigi Buffon (11): The GOAT goalkeeper, Buffon holds the most nominations for any shot-stopper at 11.
Neymar (9): Despite not living up to expectations as Messi and Ronaldo's successor, Neymar snagged 9 nominations.
Thierry Henry (9): Premier League's king, Henry sadly never took home the Ballon d'Or, but his 9 nominations speak volumes.
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brijeshtiwaripune · 1 year ago
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Ballon d’Or 2023: Must-See Live Stream Details and Star-Studded Nominees Revealed!
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Football fans around the world are counting down the days to the most highly-anticipated sports awards ceremony of the year, the 2023 Ballon d'Or. Scheduled to commence on Monday, October 30, in the magnificent city of Paris, France, this event promises to be an unforgettable night for both players and fans alike. The Ballon d'Or, known for crowning the best and brightest in the world of football, will not only recognize the top male and female players but also honor excellence in various other categories. Here's an all-encompassing guide to the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, including how and where to catch all the live streaming action.
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