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      Vinicius Jr ‘devastated’ by Ballon d’Or snub after ‘inviting 50 friends to Madrid for celebration party’

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      VINICIUS JUNIOR had to reportedly cancel a huge party and has been left “devastated” after missing out on the Ballon d’Or.The Real Madrid star, 24, was convinced he was going to be crowned the best player on the planet at the glamorous ceremony in Paris on Monday.Rodri pipped Vinicius Jr to Ballon d’Or gloryCredit: EPAReal Madrid boycotted the event in support of ViniCredit: ReutersBut just hours before the show got underway, it was leaked that Manchester City’s Rodri was the winner instead.Real Madrid were left furious and boycotted, with his team-mates and club chiefs all missing from the event.Reports from Spanish outlet AS claim Vinicius is heartbroken over the snub.He had to supposedly axe a pre-planned party for around 50 people.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNike have had to scrap the specially designed boots they made to commemorate his success.And they are now forced to adjust plans for him to unveil a new store in the centre of Madrid as the Ballon d’Or winner.Real Madrid TV reportedly had five hours of programming in place to celebrate.Vini even allegedly taunted Barcelona star Gavi in their 4-0 El Clasico defeat on Saturday by telling him: “I’m going to win the Ballon d’Or on Monday.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSReal Madrid claimed Uefa “do not respect” the club in a furious statement.And a defiant Vinicius tweeted: “I’ll do it 10x if I have to. They’re not ready.”Incredible video shows how Ballon d’Or is made and it’s blowing fans’ minds as they ask ‘why does it feel so weird?’Ballon d’Or chief Vincent Garcia has suggested that the Brazilian missed out as his team-mates Jude Bellingham and Dani Carvajal, who came third and fourth respectively, took votes off him.But many of his pals have came out to slam what they see as an injustice.Among those is Brazil and Tottenham star Richarlison, who ranted: “All of us who live football eagerly await the individual awards each season. “Today, all Brazilians who love football woke up expecting to see another player from our country win an award for the best in the world after so long.“Unfortunately, for reasons that no one can understand, the award did not come. “And don’t get me wrong, Rodri is a great player who deserves to be among the best. “But Vini not winning the Ballon d’Or was embarrassing, and the only one who lost today was football.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I remember Vini saying that his dream was to see the whole of Brazil cheering for him. And that day was today.“You are a giant and the best in the world, kid. And no trophy will change that. Keep going and never shut up. We’re together.”Ballon d’Or 2024 results1: Rodri, Man City and Spain2: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid and Brazil3: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid and England4: Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid and Spain5: Erling Haaland, Man City and Norway6: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and France7: Lautaro Martinz, Inter Milan and Argentina8: Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain9: Toni Kroos, Real Madrid and Germany10: Harry Kane, Bayern Munich and England11: Phil Foden, Man City and England12: Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and Germany13: Dani Olmo, Barcelona and Spain14: Ademola Lookman, Atalanta and Nigeria15: Nico Williams, Athletic Bilbao and Spain16: Granit Xhaka, Bayer Leverkusen and Switzerland17: Federico Valverde, Real Madrid and Uruguay18: Emi Martinez, Aston Villa and Argentina19: Martin Odegaard, Arsenal and Norway20: Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter Milan and Turkey21: Bukayo Saka, Arsenal and England22: Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid and Germany23: Ruben Dias, Man City and Portugal24: William Saliba, Arsenal and France25: Cole Palmer, Chelsea and England26: Declan Rice, Arsenal and England27: Vitinha, PSG and Portugal28: Alejandro Grimaldo, Bayer Leverkusen and Spain29: Mats Hummels, Roma and Germany30: Artem Dovbyk, Roma and Ukraine More

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      Richarlison slams ’embarrassing’ Ballon d’Or decision and says ‘only person who lost is football’ after Vinicius Jr snub

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      RICHARLISON has slammed “embarrassing” Ballon d’Or chiefs for snubbing Vinicius Jr, claiming the “only person who lost is football.”Real Madrid’s Brazilian superstar was widely tipped to be crowned the planet’s best footballer at last night’s glitzy event in Paris.Richarlison has slammed Ballon d’Or chiefs following Vinicius Jr’s snubCredit: GettyReal Madrid boycotted last night’s event after Vinicius finished secondCredit: AlamyBut hours before the ceremony kicked off, it emerged that Vinicius had actually finished second in the rankings.The Ballon d’Or instead went to Manchester City midfielder Rodri.And a furious Florentino Perez made sure Real boycotted last night’s bash in protest.The clash has continued to rumble on, with Vinicius issuing a defiant message on social media.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVarious teammates at both club and international level have come out in support of the stricken winger.And Brazil pal Richarlison has become the latest to back Vini as the rightful winner of the Ballon d’Or.But the forward’s comments risk infuriating Man City — who play his club Tottenham in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.Richarlison said: “All of us who live football eagerly await the individual awards each season. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“Today, all Brazilians who love football woke up expecting to see another player from our country win an award for the best in the world after so long.“Unfortunately, for reasons that no one can understand, the award did not come. Hollywood icon trolls Real Madrid with subtle gesture as she poses with Barcelona stars at Ballon d’Or ceremony Man City star Rodri took home the top prizeCredit: EPA“And don’t get me wrong, Rodri is a great player who deserves to be among the best. “But Vini not winning the Ballon d’Or was embarrassing, and the only one who lost today was football.“I remember Vini saying that his dream was to see the whole of Brazil cheering for him. And that day was today! “You are a giant and the best in the world, kid! And no trophy will change that. Keep going and never shut up! We’re together.”Earlier today, Ballon d’Or chief Vincent Garcia attempted to explain why Vinicius did not land football’s top individual gong.He said: “Vinicius surely suffered from the presence of Bellingham and Carvajal in the top five because, mathematically, that took away some points from him.”This also sums up Real Madrid’s season, which took between three and four players, and the judges shared their decisions with them, which benefited Rodri.”Ballon d’Or 2024 results1: Rodri, Man City and Spain2: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid and Brazil3: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid and England4: Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid and Spain5: Erling Haaland, Man City and Norway6: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and France7: Lautaro Martinz, Inter Milan and Argentina8: Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain9: Toni Kroos, Real Madrid and Germany10: Harry Kane, Bayern Munich and England11: Phil Foden, Man City and England12: Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and Germany13: Dani Olmo, Barcelona and Spain14: Ademola Lookman, Atalanta and Nigeria15: Nico Williams, Athletic Bilbao and Spain16: Granit Xhaka, Bayer Leverkusen and Switzerland17: Federico Valverde, Real Madrid and Uruguay18: Emi Martinez, Aston Villa and Argentina19: Martin Odegaard, Arsenal and Norway20: Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter Milan and Turkey21: Bukayo Saka, Arsenal and England22: Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid and Germany23: Ruben Dias, Man City and Portugal24: William Saliba, Arsenal and France25: Cole Palmer, Chelsea and England26: Declan Rice, Arsenal and England27: Vitinha, PSG and Portugal28: Alejandro Grimaldo, Bayer Leverkusen and Spain29: Mats Hummels, Roma and Germany30: Artem Dovbyk, Roma and Ukraine More

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      Mats Hummels, 35, goes public with Victoria’s Secret model, 25, at Ballon d’Or after split from former ‘Wag of the Year’

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      MATS HUMMELS went public with his stunning new girlfriend at last night’s Ballon d’Or ceremony.The Germany defender was dressed to impress in a black tuxedo and was pictured arriving with gorgeous model Nicola Cavanis.Mats Hummels hit the red carpet with his new girlfriend Nicola CavanisCredit: GettyIt was the first time they had been seen in publicCredit: GettyNicola is a model who has worked for Victoria’s SecretCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAShe is ten years younger than HummelsCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAHummels, 35, and the beauty ten years his junior were seen holding hands as they hit the red carpet.Nicola stunned in a figure-hugging pale dress and was all smiles with her new man.It was the first time they had been seen together in public after several reports in the German press that they were dating.Nicola, who started her career as a model as a teenager, shot to fame in her homeland after starring in a Nivea advert in 2021.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe has since represented brands like Victoria’s Secret, Puma, MCM, New Yorker and Tchibo.Nicola also has a huge following on social media, boasting 1.9 million on Instagram, 500,000 on TikTok.Despite being born in Bavaria, she does not support Hummels’ former club Bayern Munich, and is instead a fan of Augsburg.Hummels is with Nicola following his split from wife Cathy Fischer in 2022.Most read in FootballNicola Cavanis is a social media star with millions of followersCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAThe beauty supports AugsburgCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAHummels with his ex Cathy FischerCredit: Bongarts – GettyThey were married for seven years and they have a son named Ludwig, 6.The 36-year-old used to pose for Playboy and was named Germany’s Wag of the Year in 2013 when Hummels was at Borussia Dortmund. Incredible video shows how Ballon d’Or is made and it’s blowing fans’ minds as they ask ‘why does it feel so weird?’She also once admitted to being open to kissing anyone, saying: “I love to snog when I’m drunk. The sex is irrelevant, I don’t care.”I also kiss women in such situations. Then I just want to snog.”Asked about how many people she has slept with, she added: “I can count them with one hand. “I don’t open my castle to anyone. To me, this is a very private matter.”Hummels, who now plays for Roma, came 29th in the Ballon d’Or last night.Meet Mats Hummels’ stunning Wag Nicola CavanisMats Hummels is now dating glamorous model Nicola Cavanis despite the pair having a ten-year age gap.They went public on the red carpet at the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony.Despite the defender coming 29th, fans said he got the “real trophy”.She has millions of followers online and she regularly posts stunning professional photos on her social media, along with images from her day-to-day life.Nicola, who works for “Munich Models Germany”, also revealed her contract states she cannot get a haircut without telling her company. She is also banned from getting any tattoos.Nicola added: “I have to coordinate with them whether I can go to the hairdresser.”I can’t just go on vacation, I have to cancel so that they can plan the appointments.”I’m also not allowed to just get tattoos.” More

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      Hollywood icon trolls Real Madrid with subtle gesture as she poses with Barcelona stars at Ballon d’Or ceremony

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      A HOLLYWOOD icon trolled Real Madrid with a cheeky subtle gesture as she posed for photos with Barcelona stars at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.A host of Barca stars headed to Paris for the annual gala evening at the Theatre du Chatelet.Natalie Portman took a cheeky dig at Real Madrid alongside Barcelona starsCredit: X @FCBarcelonaThe actress dazzled on the red carpet at the Ballon d’OrCredit: GettyAnd trio Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi even posed on the red carpet with an Oscar-winning superstar.The footballers were all smiles alongside Natalie Portman, who even dropped a savage dig at Barca’s arch-rivals.Portman, 43, could not resist the fun and held up four fingers to the cameras.That appeared to be a thinly-veiled reference to the weekend when Barca smashed Real Madrid 4-0 at the Bernabeu. READ MORE ON BALLON D’OROlmo, Yamal and Cubarsi burst into laughter when they realised what Portman had done.And fans on social media could not get enough of it either, after Barcelona posted the video on their X account and it racked up 5million views by Tuesday lunchtime. One said: “Lmao no way she pointed out four reminding of El Clasico score.”Another wrote: “She’s pointing 4 😂😂😂”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA third added: “She reigns supreme, cementing her place among the football greats with this remarkable achievement.”A fourth quipped: “W Portman.”Didier Drogba’s wife Alla suffers ‘yellow card offence’ as Ballon d’Or fans spot awkward red carpet momentAnd a final user simply commented: “Queen.”Portman is a huge football fan and even formed her own women’s team – Angel City FC – in 2022.However, she was in Paris last night to present the Ballon d’Or Feminin for the world’s best female footballer.She handed over the prestigious gong to Aitana Bonmati as the Barcelona and Spain star defended her title ahead of club team-mates Caroline Graham Hansen and Salma Paralluelo.In fact, seven of the top 30 female footballers to make the list play for Barcelona – while Lucy Bronze left in the summer for Chelsea. And there was plenty more success for Barcelona, too, as the ladies’ team were named Women’s Club of the Year. Ballon d’Or 2024 results1: Rodri, Man City and Spain2: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid and Brazil3: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid and England4: Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid and Spain5: Erling Haaland, Man City and Norway6: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and France7: Lautaro Martinz, Inter Milan and Argentina8: Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain9: Toni Kroos, Real Madrid and Germany10: Harry Kane, Bayern Munich and England11: Phil Foden, Man City and England12: Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and Germany13: Dani Olmo, Barcelona and Spain14: Ademola Lookman, Atalanta and Nigeria15: Nico Williams, Athletic Bilbao and Spain16: Granit Xhaka, Bayer Leverkusen and Switzerland17: Federico Valverde, Real Madrid and Uruguay18: Emi Martinez, Aston Villa and Argentina19: Martin Odegaard, Arsenal and Norway20: Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter Milan and Turkey21: Bukayo Saka, Arsenal and England22: Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid and Germany23: Ruben Dias, Man City and Portugal24: William Saliba, Arsenal and France25: Cole Palmer, Chelsea and England26: Declan Rice, Arsenal and England27: Vitinha, PSG and Portugal28: Alejandro Grimaldo, Bayer Leverkusen and Spain29: Mats Hummels, Roma and Germany30: Artem Dovbyk, Roma and UkraineYamal and Olmo were the only men’s Barca star on the men’s Ballon d’Or top 30 list as they finished eighth and 13th. However, 17-year-old Yamal did collect the Kopa Trophy for the best young player as Cubarsi came fifth. To top it off for Barcelona, their rivals Real Madrid’s fancied trio of Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham and Dani Carvajal all missed out on the Ballon d’Or behind Rodri.And that triggered a boycott from the furious Los Blancos.They told AFP: “If the award criteria doesn’t give it to Vinicius as the winner, then those same criteria should point to Carvajal as the winner.READ MORE SUN STORIES”As this was not the case, it is clear that Ballon d’Or-Uefa does not respect Real Madrid. And Real Madrid does not go where it is not respected.”Emi Martinez made it back-to-back Yashin Trophy successes – despite being BOOED on the red carpet – while Carlo Ancelotti was named Men’s Coach of the Year as Emma Hayes took the women’s gong. Portman presented the Ballon d’Or Feminin to Barcelona star Aitana BonmatiCredit: AFPBarca were crowned Women’s Club of the YearCredit: GettyDani Olmo, Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi were all smiles in ParisCredit: Reuters17-year-old Yamal won the Kopa Trophy for the best young playerCredit: AFP More

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      Ballon d’Or winner who was president of his country reveals surprise Premier League team he supports

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      FORMER Ballon d’Or winner George Weah has revealed which Premier League team he supports.Weah, 58, was present at last night’s Ballon d’Or ceremony having won the award himself in 1995.George Weah has revealed the Premier League club he grew up supportingCredit: GettyWeah won the Ballon d’Or in 1995Credit: GettyThe retired striker had a glittering career that saw him win the league at both AC Milan and PSG.While he also ventured into the Premier League with spells at both Chelsea and Manchester City during the twilight of his playing days.But despite representing two Prem sides, and even winning the FA Cup with Chelsea, Weah supports a completely different side in England’s top flight.The 75-time Liberia international revealed that he’s actually a Tottenham Hotspur fan.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWeah told the crowd at the Ballon d’Or ceremony that he grew up supporting Spurs, and explained that Harry Kane is one of his favourite players these days thanks to his time in north London.He said: “That’s [Harry Kane] one of the players that I love. I’m a fan of Mr. Kane.”Well, he played for my team. I’m a very big fan, because I believe that he’s a very strong and very clever striker.”And I support Tottenham, since I was a kid. And I love him.”Most read in FootballWeah pointed out Harry Kane as one of his favourite Ballon d’Or nominees, explaining that he grew up as a Spurs fanCredit: DAZNHarry Kane smiled on as he heard Weah’s gushing assessment of himCredit: DAZNWeah admitted to his Spurs upbringing despite formerly representing rivals ChelseaCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWeah’s career never saw him make his way to Tottenham and represent his boyhood club, but it certainly was one that plenty of other players would be envious of.Although his life after nine domestic trophies might be even more impressive than his football career.I’m a Ballon d’Or winner who spent nine forgettable months in the Premier League – now I’m my country’s presidentUnbelievably, Weah went on to serve as the president of his home country of Liberia.The retired pro was the 25th president of the African nation and served in office from January 2018 until January of this year.Weah is also the father of Juventus and USA national team winger Timothy Weah.While he is also the uncle of New York Red Bulls full-back Kyle Duncan.Weah previously served as the president of LiberiaCredit: AFPHe is also the father of Juventus star Timothy WeahCredit: GettyWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Emi Martinez and his stunning Wag are BOOED mercilessly at Ballon d’Or ceremony by France fans

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      EMI MARTINEZ and his wife were mercilessly BOOED as they arrived at the Ballon d’Or.But the Argentine, 32, had the last laugh as he was handed the Yashin Trophy again.Emiliano Martinez was booed on his way into the Ballon d’Or ceremonyCredit: Reddit/ 7BET_UKThe goalkeeper arrived with his wife in ParisCredit: Reddit/ 7BET_UKThe Argentine looked pretty sullen and serious during the walkCredit: Reddit/ 7BET_UKThe pantomime villain is hated by French fans following his antics in the 2022 World Cup final. Not only did he put in a superb performance and play his genius mind games in the penalty shootout, Martinez riled up the France supporters even more with his provocative celebration with the Golden Glove trophy.Martinez was crowned Yachin Trophy winner in 2023 following his World Cup exploits.And on his return to Paris on Monday night, he was given another hostile reception. READ MORE ON BALLON D’ORThe Aston Villa stopper, decked out in a black tuxedo, headed down the red carpet holding hands with his glamorous partner Mandinha, who opted for a flowing red number.However, the boos were clear to hear – and neither of them particularly seemed to see the funny side. Martinez did give a brief thumbs-up – but whether that was genuine or a sarcastic response to someone out of shot was uncertain. The couple then posed for photos before heading into the Theatre du Chatelet for the prestigious awards ceremony. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd once inside, Martinez was confirmed as the world’s best goalkeeper for the second year running after helping Villa into the Champions League and winning the Copa America with Argentina.He pipped the likes of Spain No1 Unai Simon, Real Madrid stopper Andriy Lunin and Gianluigi Donnarumma to become the first goalkeeper to defend the crown.Didier Drogba’s wife Alla suffers ‘yellow card offence’ as Ballon d’Or fans spot awkward red carpet momentWho are these famous footballers?In the overall Ballon d’Or award, Martinez finished 18th in the vote – ahead of Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Antonio Rudiger, Cole Palmer and others.However, it was Rodri who collected the top men’s award after his exploits with Manchester City and helping Spain win Euro 2024. Rodri beat Real Madrid trio Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham and Dani Carvajal plus Erling Haaland and home-favourite Kylian Mbappe in the vote.His compatriot Lamine Yamal came eighth but secured the Kopa Trophy for the best young player aged 21 or under.The 17-year-old starred for Spain at the Euros and became the third Spaniard in four years to collect the gong – following Pedri, Gavi and then Bellingham. In the Ballon d’Or Feminin for women’s football, it was more success for Spain as Aitana Bonmati collected her second trophy on the bounce. Emiliano and Mandinha posed for pictures on the red carpetCredit: GettyHe received the Yashin Trophy and was presented it by Argentine team-mate Lautaro MartinezCredit: AFPMartinez angered French fans with this celebration after the 2022 World Cup finalCredit: GettyBallon d’Or 2024 results1: Rodri, Man City and Spain2: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid and Brazil3: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid and England4: Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid and Spain5: Erling Haaland, Man City and Norway6: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and France7: Lautaro Martinz, Inter Milan and Argentina8: Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain9: Toni Kroos, Real Madrid and Germany10: Harry Kane, Bayern Munich and England11: Phil Foden, Man City and England12: Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and Germany13: Dani Olmo, Barcelona and Spain14: Ademola Lookman, Atalanta and Nigeria15: Nico Williams, Athletic Bilbao and Spain16: Granit Xhaka, Bayer Leverkusen and Switzerland17: Federico Valverde, Real Madrid and Uruguay18: Emi Martinez, Aston Villa and Argentina19: Martin Odegaard, Arsenal and Norway20: Hakan Calhanoglu, Inter Milan and Turkey21: Bukayo Saka, Arsenal and England22: Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid and Germany23: Ruben Dias, Man City and Portugal24: William Saliba, Arsenal and France25: Cole Palmer, Chelsea and England26: Declan Rice, Arsenal and England27: Vitinha, PSG and Portugal28: Alejandro Grimaldo, Bayer Leverkusen and Spain29: Mats Hummels, Roma and Germany30: Artem Dovbyk, Roma and Ukraine More

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      Erling Haaland skips Ballon d’Or ceremony to watch Europa League minnows as team-mate Rodri wins famous trophy

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      ERLING HAALAND skipped the Ballon d’Or ceremony to watch Swedish club Malmo.Haaland’s Manchester City team-mate Rodri claimed the Ballon d’Or in Paris on Monday night.Erling Haaland was pictured at a Malmo game in Sweden with the club shirt onHaaland went to watch friend Erik Botheim who plays as a striker for MalmoCredit: APHaaland’s team-mate Rodri won the Ballon d’Or on Monday nightCredit: EPAHe became just the third men’s player outside of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to win the award since 2007.But Haaland, 24, was not in the French capital to watch his pal collect the honour.Instead, the Norwegian striker, who finished fifth, was in Sweden watching Malmo take on Goteborg.Haaland was pictured in a Malmo shirt as he supported friend and rap partner Erik Botheim – who started up front for the home side.READ MORE ON BALLON D’ORAnd the Man City striker will have left happy after Malmo came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory.Meanwhile, Spanish superstar Rodri was collecting the Ballon d’Or and gave a heartfelt speech on stage.He said: “I’d like to tell you an anecdote, the story that led me here.”When I was a 17-year-old I packed up my suitcases and I went to Villarreal with a dream to work in the Premier League.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”One day I called my father crying telling him it was all over and that I had invested my life to get here and I had the feeling that this was it.”My father said we had come all the way here, let’s keep going and this is something that changed my mindset and now, here I am.Didier Drogba’s wife Alla suffers ‘yellow card offence’ as Ballon d’Or fans spot awkward red carpet moment”I am a normal boy who never gets carried away with stereotypes. Hard work is what matters.”Rodri has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ACL injury.But Man City still sit top of the Premier League table, one point clear of Liverpool and five ahead of Arsenal.Haaland already has 14 goals in 13 games this season – and 104 in 111 appearances since joining Man City from Borussia Dortmund two years ago. More

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      Ballon d’Or 2024 results in FULL – where every player finished in star-studded top 30 shortlist

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      THE 68th edition of the Ballon d’Or has concluded with the FULL shortlist and winner announced.This year’s ceremony was the first time in 21 years that neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo were nominated in the men’s category.Lionel Messi won the Ballon d’Or for an eighth time last yearCredit: APBALLON D’OR LIVE – AS IT HAPPENEDThe two footballing icons shared 13 of the past 16 awards, eight going to Messi and five for Ronaldo.Karim Benzema and Luka Modric were also not included in the 30-man shortlist, meaning a first-time winner was guaranteed.Real Madrid pair Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham were amongst the favourites after helping Los Blancos to win the Champions League, LaLiga and the Spanish Super Cup last season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut it was Manchester City and Spain superstar Rodri who was crowned the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner after an eventful ceremony which saw Real BOYCOTT the event.Ballon d’Or 2024 full resultsSunSport brings you the full finishing order for the 2024 Ballon d’Or:=29th – Artem Dovbyk (Ukraine, Dnipro / Girona / Roma)=29th – Mats Hummels (Germany, Borussia Dortmund)Most read in Football28th – Alejandro Grimaldo (Spain, Bayer Leverkusen)27th – Vitinha (Portugal, Paris Saint-Germain)26th – Declan Rice (England, Arsenal)25th – Cole Palmer (England, Chelsea)24th – William Saliba (France, Arsenal)23rd – Ruben Dias (Portugal, Manchester City)22nd – Antonio Rudiger (Germany, Real Madrid)21st – Bukayo Saka (England, Arsenal)20th – Hakan Calhanoglu (Turkey, Inter)19th – Martin Odegaard (Norway, Arsenal)18th – Emiliano Martínez (Argentina, Aston Villa)17th – Federico Valverde (Uruguay, Real Madrid)16th – Granit Xhaka (Switzerland, Bayer Leverkusen)15th – Nico Williams (Spain, Athletic Club)14th – Ademola Lookman (Nigeria, Atalanta)13th – Dani Olmo (Spain, Leipzig / Barcelona)12th – Florian Wirtz (Germany, Bayer Leverkusen)11th – Phil Foden (England, Manchester City)10th – Harry Kane (England Bayern Munich)9th – Toni Kross (Germany, Real Madrid/ now retired)8th – Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona)7th – Lautaro Martinez (Argentina, Inter Milan)6th – Kylian Mbappe (France, PSG/ Real Madrid)5th – Erling Haaland (Norway, Man City)4th – Dani Carvajal (Spain, Real Madrid)3rd – Jude Bellingham (England, Real Madrid)2nd – Vinicius Jr (Brazil, Real Madrid)1st – Rodri (Spain, Man City)READ MORE SUN STORIESRodri was crowned the 2024 Ballon d’Or winnerCredit: ReutersWho has won the most Ballon d’Or awards?Here is a list of all the multiple-time Ballon d’Or winners:Lionel Messi – 8: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023Cristiano Ronaldo – 5: 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017Michel Platini – 3: 1983, 1984, 1985Johan Cruyff – 3: 1971, 1971, 1974Marco van Basten – 3: 1988, 1989, 1992Franz Beckenbauer – 2: 1972, 1976Ronaldo – 2: 1997, 2002Alfredo Di Stefano – 2: 1957, 1959Kevin Keegan – 2: 1978, 1979Karl-Heinz Rummenigge – 2: 1980, 1981 More