an hour agoThese are the 15 favorites to win the Golden Ball tonight in Paris.
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(2 years ago)The winner will be announced in Paris on Monday, October 28th so which of the biggest football stars are real competitors, and who are just contenders to win it? After a season that was marked by his World Cup victory, Lionel Messie won the Golden Ball [...]
After a season that was marked by his World Cup victory, Lionel Messi won his eighth Golden Ball, receiving the 2023 award in Paris in October. However, the football world has gone beyond that, and the debate over the identity of the 2024 winner has continued since spring.
It was a tough race. Along with the usual rises and declines at the national level, the 2023-24 season saw most of the best players in the world participating in international tours, including the European Championship and the American Cup.
After a year that was determined by the battle between the midway's success with Argentina and the superiority of the long-term Erling Haaland season with Manchester City, how many will these international competitions affect the Golden Ball competition?
Who are the potential competitors for Ballon d'Or 2024?
1. Winnicius Jr (Real Madrid)
2023-24: 26 goals, 12 assets. Champions League winner, La League & Supercopa de Espana.
After a slow start because of injuries, Winnitius later displayed his outstanding talent. He helped Real Madrid secure the title of La League and shine in the League Champions, especially in the semifinals. However, he experienced a real disaster in Copa America after being suspended in the quarterfinals. However, he remains favoured to win Ballon d'Or on October 28th.
2. Rodri (Manchester City)
2023-24: 12 goals, 15 assets. Euro-2024 winner Premier League, Club World Cup & Super Cup UEFA.
Rodri is one of the best midfielders in the world and played a key role in Manchester City's success. He was declared the Euro24 Tour Player, helping Spain win the trophy. His contribution to the field is essential to the team.
3. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
2023-24: 27 goals, 17 assets. Champions League winner, La League & Supercopa de Espana.
Bellingham displayed remarkable forms since his transfer to Madrid, marking important goals. Despite several injuries, he helped England go to the Euro-2024 final. A good result would lead him to the Golden Ball podium.
4. Danny Carweal (Real Madrid)
2023-24: 7 goals, 8 assistings, 21 goals-free matches. Euro-2024 winner, Champions League, La League & Supercopa de Espana.
One of the unknown heroes of the Madrid season, Carvaal played an important role in defence and attack, helping the team achieve great successes.
5. Lautaro Martinez (Inter)
2023-24: 35 goals, 8 assets. The winner of Copa America, Serie A & Supercopa Italiana.
Martinez closed the season with an excellent form, winning the American Cup. He scored important goals for Inter and Argentina, helping his team achieve successes.
6. Tony Croos (retired)
2023-24: 1 goal, 12 assets. Champions League winner, La League & Supercopa de Espana.
Croos completed his excellent career by playing an important role for Real Madrid and contributing to the team's success.
7. Keyline Mbppe (Real Madrid)
2023-24: 52 goals, 21 assistings. League winner 1, Coupe de France & Trophee des Champions.
Although he scored many goals, Mbhelp experienced a disappointing season at Euro-2024 and was forced to face criticism.
8. Harry Kane.
2023-24: 52 goals, 14 assets.
Kane scored at an extraordinary pace, but Bayer's failure to win titles negatively affected his reputation.
9. Phil Foden (Manchester City)
2023-24: 28 goals, 12 assets.
Foden showed excellent performance for City, but he failed to show the same form at Euro-2024.
10. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
2023-24: 10 goals, 18 assets. Euro 2024 winner.
Yamal became one of the most shining stars of the Barcelona season and performed an excellent performance at Euro-2024.
11. Florian Wirtz (Beyer Leverkusen)
2023-24: 21 goals, 21 assistings. Bundesliga & winner DFB-Pocal.
Wirtz played a key role in the success of Bayer Leverkusen and continued to show he is one of the most excellent football talents.
Twelve. Nico Williams (Asletic Club)
2023-24: 11 goals, 25 assets. Euro 2024 winner & Copa del Ray.
Williams was one of the most dangerous players in La League and scored important goals at Euro-2024.
13. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
2023-24: 45 goals, 6 assets. Premier League winner, Club World Cup & Super Cup UEFA.
Haaland had an extraordinary season, but failure at the Champions League could affect his possibility of Ballon d'er.
14. Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa)
2023-24: 27 goals-free matches. The winner of Copa America.
Martinez continues to be one of the most popular goalkeepers, contributing to the success of Argentina and Aston Villa.
15. Danny Olmo (Barcelona)
2023-24: 13 goals, 7 assets. Euro 2024 winner & DFL-Supercup.
Despite the slow start, Olmo marked an excellent Euro-2024 tour and achieved a significant transfer to Barcelona. /Express/
