"Golden Ball" 2024: Predictions, Nominees, and Favorites
The Annual "Golden Ball" Award
The "Golden Ball" (Ballon d'Or) is an annual football award presented by France Football. It has been awarded since 1956, recognizing the best male and female footballers in the world for their outstanding achievements over the past year or season.
The award is highly prestigious in the footballing world and is considered one of the most important individual accolades that a player can receive. The winner is selected through a voting process involving football journalists, national team coaches, and captains.
Key Dates and Timeline
Nomination Announcement:
The list of nominees for the 2024 "Golden Ball" will be announced in August 2024.
Voting Period:
The voting period for the 2024 "Golden Ball" will take place from August to October 2024.
Award Ceremony:
The 2024 "Golden Ball" award ceremony will be held in Paris, France, in December 2024.
Nominees and Favorites
The list of nominees for the 2024 "Golden Ball" has not yet been announced. However, based on their performances in recent seasons, several players are expected to be among the favorites for the award. These include:
- Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain and France)
- Karim Benzema (Real Madrid and France)
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City and Norway)
- Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City and Belgium)
- Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona and Poland)
Factors Considered in the Voting Process
The "Golden Ball" jury considers several factors when selecting the winner of the award. These factors include:
- Individual performance and achievements
- Team performance and success
- Fair play and sportsmanship
