As the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony dey approach, the competition to know who go win the prestigious award dey heat up well well. The ceremony go hold on October 28th at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France.
Vinicius Jr of Real Madrid na the current favourite amongst bookmakers to win the award. After scoring the winning goal in the UEFA Champions League final last season, Vinicius Jr don show say he be one of the best players in the world. He score 24 goals in 39 games for the 2023/24 season and already score five goals in 10 La Liga matches for the 2024/25 season.
Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan also dey in the running after a spectacular season. Martinez help Inter win their 20th Serie A title and also win the Copa America Golden Boot as Argentina take the trophy. Lionel Messi, who be eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, don endorse Martinez, saying he deserves the award more than anyone else.
Rodri of Manchester City be another strong contender. Despite suffering an ACL injury that go keep him out for most of the season, Rodri’s performance last season, including winning the Premier League and Euro 2024 with Spain, make him a top candidate. He win the Player of the Tournament award at Euro 2024 before the injury.
Other players like Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid and Erling Haaland of Manchester City also dey in contention, but their chances no be as strong as Vinicius Jr, Martinez, and Rodri.
