All Ballon d’Or winners (1956-2023)

All Ballon d’Or winners (1956-2023)

The Ballon d’Or, often referred to as the ‘Golden Ball,’ stands as one of the most prestigious honors in the world of football, celebrating the outstanding player of the season. Over the years, this illustrious award has been claimed by football legends such as Johan Cruyff, Eusébio, Gerd Müller, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, and Lionel Messi, each leaving an indelible mark on the sport’s history.

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Messi, in particular, has etched his name into the record books by securing an unmatched eight Ballon d’Or titles, while Cristiano Ronaldo boasts the most nominations with an impressive 18 to his name. Established by the French news magazine France Football in 1956, the Ballon d’Or has been an annual tradition, with the exception of 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted its continuity. The inaugural recipient of this esteemed award was England’s Stanley Matthews. Notably, in 2018, the Ballon d’Or Féminin was introduced, with Ada Hegerberg of Norway becoming the first-ever recipient of this accolade, marking a significant moment in recognizing the accomplishments of female footballers.

Full list of Ballon d’Or winners below

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