Cristiano Ronaldo and his GOAT rival, Lionel Messi, missed endured Ballon d'Or heartbreak after missing out on this year's nomination, the first time in 21 years.
The pair, often regarded as the greatest footballers of all time, did not feature in this year's list Cristiano Ronaldo in a firm grip, as evidenced by their near-monopoly of the Ballon d'Or from 2008 to 2018, with only Luka Modric briefly breaking their stranglehold on the prestigious award.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi missed out on Ballon d'Or nomination for the first time since 2003. Photos by Justin Setterfield and Maddie Meyer.Messi, in particular, cemented his legacy as the most decorated player in the history of the Ballon d'Or, adding three more titles after 2018 to bring his total to eight, perHowever, the time has come for a new chapter, as this year’s Ballon d'Or will be awarded to someone outside the iconic duo for the first time since 2003.
As the next generation of stars rises, Messi and Ronaldo will either be watching the ceremony from the audience at the Théâtre du Châtelet or from the comfort of their homes, witnessing the crowning of a new king inThis transition signals the end of an era that has seen two players redefine the sport with their extraordinary talent and relentless rivalry.
The 2024 Ballon d'Or will not only recognise a new individual as the best footballer on the planet but will also mark the beginning of a new era in the beautiful game.Benzema's backing follows Vinicius' outstanding performances last season, which have positioned him as a strong contender for the accolade.
Benzema believes that Vinicius could be the rightful heir to the throne, potentially overtaking Lionel Messi as the world's best player.Viginia Akinyi is the current import editor at Briefly News. She holds a B.Sc. in Communication and Public Relations from Moi University and has previously worked with Lolwe TV, Daily Nation Eldoret Bureau and SportsBrief.com. Email: [email protected].
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