Ballon d'Or 2024

Messi and Ronaldo: The Unthinkable Absence from Ballon d'Or 2024!

What do you get when you mix a historic award with the absence of legends? Find out the shocking nominees for Ballon d'Or 2024!

The Ballon d'Or 2024 nominations have dropped a bombshell in the footballing world- for the first time in over two decades, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo has made the cut! Fans are still trying to wrap their head around the absence of the two titans who have dominated this prestigious award for years! Instead, the spotlight has shifted to a new generation of footballing talent, with names like Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and the up-and-coming Jude Bellingham stealing the show.

What’s even more intriguing is the evolution of the Ballon d'Or voting system! This year, the criteria have taken a turn, focusing on player performances from a specific European season spanning from August to July. This change comes with a sigh of relief for those players whose significant achievements might have slipped through the cracks in previous years. Now, it is all eyes on what’s happening in the current season to clinch the coveted title!

The list has also credited six emerging Spanish stars, while legends of yesteryears face unexpected competition from younger players. The presence of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the nominee list showcases the emerging wave of talent, throwing traditional rankings into a state of excitement. Football fans are keen to see if this marks the dawn of a new era in a sport dominated by a few for so long.

As we gear up for the reveal of the winner of Ballon d'Or 2024, it is hard not to reminisce about Messi and Ronaldo's glorious past triumphs. Did you know that Lionel Messi holds the record for the most Ballon d'Or wins, with an astonishing 7 trophies to his name? Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo follows closely behind with 5! A testament to their legendary status, even in their absence, their impact continues to be felt in the football community. \n With the landscape of football quickly changing, the anticipation of who will take home the coveted gold trophy this year is palpable. Will it be an established star or a fresh face? One thing remains certain; the king has been dethroned, and it’s time to witness who will rise to the occasion!