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Vini Jr., Ballon d'Or drama shows it's only as important as we make it
Real Madrid and Vini Jr.'s boycott of the Ballon d'Or was a surprise, but as the event shows, it's only as important as we make it and for players who are born competitors, it definitely matters.4 hours ago -
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Neymar backs 'idol' Vini Jr.'s Ballon d'Or claim
Neymar has said he is hoping that countryman Vinícius Júnior becomes the first Brazilian in 17 years to win the Ballon d'Or award.October 15 -
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City's Rodri claims Ballon d'Or after Vini Jr. snub
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been awarded the Ballon d'Or after a stellar season that saw him pick up silverware with both club and country.6 hours ago -
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Madrid players back Vini. Jr after Ballon D'Or snub
Vinícius Júnior's Real Madrid and Brazil teammates have backed the star forward after he lost out to Manchester City's Rodri in the race to win the 2024 men's Ballon d'Or.1 hour ago -
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Martino: Vini merits Ballon d'Or, Messi still best
Inter Miami coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino has said he believes Vinícius Júnior deserves to win the Ballon d'Or award but still considers Lionel Messi to be "the best" player in the world.4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News'Extraordinary' Vinicius Jr 'will win Ballon d'Or'
Minutes after Real Madrid fans were singing for Vinicius Jr to win the Ballon d'Or, the Brazil forward insisted he wants to "stay at the club forever".October 22 -
Sports - CBS SportsErik ten Hag finally shown the door at Manchester United | Ballon d'Or drama with Vinicius Junior and Rodri
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Sports - CBS SportsBallon d'Or 2024 live stream, where to watch, start time, candidates: Will Vinicius Jr. or Rodri win?
Soccer royalty gathers in Paris to find out who will succeed Lionel Messi and Aitana BonmatiYesterday -
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Wiegman disappointed by Ballon d'Or scheduling
England manager Sarina Wiegman has said it is "really disappointing" that the Ballon d'Or ceremony is once again clashing with the women's international break.21 hours ago -
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Ancelotti hails Vini Jr.'s 'energy' in comeback win
Vinicius Junior scored a hat trick as part of five second half goals for Real Madrid in the 5-2 comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC NewsHemp and Shaw on 'dream' Ballon d'Or nominations
England international Lauren Hemp says she "always dreamed" of being nominated for the Ballon d'Or award.Yesterday -
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Vinícius, Real Madrid skip Ballon d'Or awards
Vinícius Júnior and his Real Madrid teammates will not travel to Paris for the Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday, sources told ESPN, because they believe Manchester City midfielder Rodri will receive ...9 hours ago -
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Haaland skips Ballon d'Or for Swedish title clash
Erling Haaland won't attend Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris, preferring instead a trip to Sweden where his friend can win the league with Malmö.9 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC NewsSpain and Barcelona's Bonmati wins women's Ballon d'Or
Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati wins the Women's Ballon d'Or for the second year in a row.Yesterday -
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Bonmatí wins second straight Ballon d'Or Féminin
Aitana Bonmatí has retained the Ballon d'Or Féminin, seeing off competition from teammate Caroline Graham Hansen to win the award for the second straight year.7 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News'Not respected' Real Madrid absent from Ballon d'Or
European champions Real Madrid were awarded best club but chose not to attend Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony over a perceived lack of respect.Yesterday -
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Ballon d'Or should be a celebration, but for the women's game, it's a disgrace
The same issues continue to preside towards women's football by the Ballon d'Or ceremony.2 hours ago -
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Vinícius Júnior's hat trick showcases Ballon d'Or credentials in comeback win
Real Madrid's comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League became another memorable night for the Ballon d'Or frontrunner: Vinícius Júnior.October 22 -
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UCL talking points: How good is Pulisic? Is Vinícius a Ballon d'Or lock?
After matchday three of the newly formatted Champions League, our writers answer the burning questions, provide analysis and break down performances.5 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News'I want to be first full-back to win Ballon d'Or'
Liverpool and England's Trent Alexander-Arnold says he wants to become the "greatest right-back to have played football".3 days ago -
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Trent: I want to be 1st full-back to win Ballon d'Or
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has said his primary career goal is to become the first full-back to win the Ballon d'Or, adding that he would like to be remembered as the greatest ...3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC NewsMan City and Spain midfielder Rodri wins men's Ballon d'Or
Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri wins the men's Ballon d'Or - awarded to the best footballer of the year - for the first time.Yesterday -
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Rodri's success is win for team players and unsung heroes
Attackers have dominated the award, but Rodri showed what is possible for players in less glamorous positions.13 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC NewsKane shares Ballon d'Or top scorer award with absent Mbappe
Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe win the Ballon d'Or Gerd Muller Trophy for scoring the most goals in Europe.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News'Disaster' to 'winning machine' - how good is Man City's Ballon d'Or winner Rodri?
Man City midfielder Rodri has a strong claim to be the most influential player in the world right now with just one defeat for club or country in the past 18 months.Yesterday