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Ballon d’Or: ‘He’s a candidate’ – Flick names Barcelona player that could win award
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has identified Raphinha as the Blaugrana player who could win the next Ballon d’Or. Recall that Manchester City’s Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d’Or ahead of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior.
Ballon d'Or 2025 Power Rankings: Raphinha IS in the Golden Ball race - and don't rule Harry Kane out from challenging Mohamed Salah either
Rodri's season-ending injury means he won't be defending the trophy he won in 2024 - so who are the main contenders to succeed the Spaniard?
Flick considers Raphinha a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or
In the press conference ahead of the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 against Benfica, Hansi Flick spoke about two key players for the team: Szczesny and
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Goal Names Salah as Top Contender for the Ballon d'Or
Online publication Goal has released a list of top candidates for the 2025 Ballon d'Or award. The leading contender, according to the publication, is Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.
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Neither Yamal nor Lewandowski: Hansi Flick reveals Barcelona’s surprise Ballon d’Or contender
Coach Hansi Flick was clear about which FC Barcelona player could be a Ballon d'Or contender — and it wasn't Lamine Yamal or Robert Lewandowski.
Xavi gets totally honest about his Ballon d’Or losses to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
Xavi opens up about the years he came close to winning the Ballon d'Or against Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Ballon d'Or 2025 Power Rankings: Top Contenders for Soccer’s Biggest Prize
Last year marked a new era for the Ballon d'Or, world soccer's most prestigious individual prize. For the first time since 2003, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo—who have each won the prize eight and five times, respectively—were nominated.
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Ballon d’Or ranking 2025: Mbappe leaps to second behind Salah
Here are the top 10 players in the Ballon d'Or ranking 2025 poised to claim football’s most prestigious individual honor.
Barcelona in-form superstar a ‘Ballon d’or contender’, says national team manager
Barcelona winger and one of the club captains Raphinha is, without question, the best Brazilian footballer at the moment. The 28-year-old has been one of the most influential players for the
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John Aldridge: Mo Salah needs Champions League glory to be part of the Ballon d’Or debate
Mo Salah may have his eyes on this year’s Ballon d’Or after his incredible form in the Premier League with Liverpool, but he won’t be crowned the best player in the world if he repeats his anonymous performance against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night.
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Ballon d’Or: Vinicius Junior Opens Up on the Disappointment of Losing Trophy to Rodri
Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior has opened up on the disappointment of missing out on the 2024 Ballon d'Or Award to Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
Mohamed Salah’s Ballon d’Or hopes depend on Liverpool titles, says Arne Slot
The Egyptian, who is out of contract in summer, has 41 direct goal involvements (25 goals, 16 assists) for Liverpool this season