2024 Ballon d'Or Ceremony: Key Details
The ceremony will be held at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.
Date and Time:
- The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024, starting at 7:45 PM GMT.
Location:
- The ceremony will be held at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.
How to Watch:
- The event will be streamed live on L’Equipe’s YouTube channel and website. Additionally, you can follow all the updates through Standard Sport’s live blog.
Nominees and Favorites
This year guarantees a first-time winner as both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, along with Luka Modric and Karim Benzema, have been excluded from the shortlist. The following are key contenders:
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid): The favorite to win after playing a pivotal role in Real Madrid's success, including their Champions League triumph.
- Rodri (Manchester City): Integral to City's Premier League victory and Spain's success at Euro 2024; he is considered the most likely alternative should Vinicius miss out.
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid): Another strong contender from Real Madrid’s squad.
Full Ballon d'Or Shortlist
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
- Hakan Calhanoglu (Inter Milan)
- Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid)
- Ruben Dias (Manchester City)
- Artem Dovbyk (Dnipro/Girona/Roma)
- Phil Foden (Manchester City)
- Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen)
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
- Mats Hummels (Borussia Dortmund)
- Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
- Toni Kroos (Real Madrid)
- Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
- Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa)
- Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan)
- Kylian Mbappe (PSG/Real Madrid)
- Martin Odegaard (Arsenal)
- Dani Olmo (RB Leipzig/Barcelona)
- Cole Palmer (Manchester City/Chelsea)
- Declan Rice (Arsenal)
- Rodri (Manchester City)
- Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid)
- Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
- William Saliba (Arsenal)
- Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
- Vitinha (PSG)
- Nico Williams (Athletic Club)
- Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
- Granit Xhaka (Bayer Leverkusen)
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Ballon d'Or Odds
- Vinicius Junior: 1/8
- Rodri: 9/2
- Jude Bellingham: 16/1
- Dani Carvajal: 28/1
- Lamine Yamal: 40/1
- Kylian Mbappe: 40/1
Additional Awards
The ceremony will also honor various categories, including:
- Feminin Ballon d’Or: Featuring nominees like Lucy Bronze, Lauren James, and Aitana Bonmati.
- Kopa Trophy: Recognizing the best men’s under-21 player, with nominees including Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.
- Yashin Trophy: For the best goalkeeper, with Emiliano Martinez representing the Premier League.
- Men's and Women's Coach of the Year: Notable nominees include Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, and Sarina Wiegman.
Fans can look forward to a memorable night celebrating the best in football!
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