The 68th edition of the Ballon d’Or ceremony will take place tonight to crown the finest male and female football players from the 2023-24 season.
This renowned award is presented yearly by France Football to recognise individual brilliance on the football pitch over the course of a year. Since its inception in 1956, the Ballon d’Or has become one of football’s most coveted awards. Sir Stanley Matthews, an English football star, was the inaugural winner of the award.
Vinicius Junior, a Brazilian forward for Real Madrid, appears to be the frontrunner to win the men’s award, while Aitana Bonmati of Barcelona Femini is the favourite to win the women’s title for the second time in a row.
With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo missing out on this year’s 30-man shortlist, the 2024 Ballon d’Or presentation also ushers in a new era. It puts an end to the two football legends’ decades-long supremacy, which saw them win the prize 13 times in the previous 16 years.
In addition to the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or, the 68th edition of the presentation will include several other honors. The top goalkeeper will receive the Yashin Trophy. The top player under 21 (as of July 31, 2024) will get the Kopa Trophy. Coach of the Year honors for both men and women will also be given out. There will also be rewards for the top football teams, both men’s and women’s. The Gerd Muller Trophy will be awarded to the top scorer from the previous season.
The Ballon d’Or crown is awarded on three main criteria.
The first includes individual performances, alongside decisive and impressive character. The second one involves team performances and achievements. The nominees are also judged on their class and fair play. An international jury of specialised journalists with one representative per country cast their votes to decide the rightful winner of the award.
Ahead of the Ballon d’Or 2024, here is all you need to know:
When is the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony?
The Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony will be held on Tuesday, October 29 (IST).
What time will the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony begin?
The Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony will begin at 1:15 am IST.
Where will the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony be held?
The official venue for the Ballon d’Or 2024 is the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France.
Which TV channels will broadcast the Ballon d’Or 2024 match?
The Ballon d’Or 2024 will be televised live on the Sony Sports Network in India.
How do I watch Ballon d’Or 2024 live streaming?
The Ballon d’Or 2024 will be streamed live on the Sony Liv and website in India.
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Source: News18
