The football world is abuzz as the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony approaches, ready to celebrate the best in global football. This year’s event, scheduled for October 28 at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, will bring together top talents and football fans alike, who are eager to see who takes home the coveted trophy. Here’s a look at the full list of male and female nominees who cut.
Men’s Nominees
Top players from the best clubs in Europe feature prominently this year, with English star Jude Bellingham representing Real Madrid, while Norway’s Erling Haaland has had a phenomenal season with Manchester City. Other notable names include Harry Kane, now at Bayern Munich, and Vinicius Jr. from Brazil, also playing for Real Madrid.
Manchester City has seen a strong showing in the list with stars like Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Rodri. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka and William Saliba have kept the English Premier League well-represented. Among German players, Mats Hummels and Toni Kroos, and from France, PSG’s Kylian Mbappé, are all strong contenders.
Women’s Nominees
The women’s category is just as competitive, showcasing talent from across the globe. Spain has a significant presence, with stars like Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas, both playing for Barcelona. England is well represented by Lucy Bronze and Lauren James, while the USA’s Trinity Rodman and Sophia Smith bring talent from North America.
Players from other regions, such as Barbra Banda of Zambia and Khadija Shaw of Jamaica, also highlight the global diversity in women’s football. Other big names include Norway’s Ada Hegerberg, Japan’s Yui Hasegawa, and Iceland’s Glódís Viggósdóttir.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or list of nominees reflects the incredible talent seen on the field over the past year. Football fans everywhere are now counting down the days to find out which players will lift the Ballon d’Or as the year’s best.
