Overview and Significant Perks.
  • The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony was a noteworthy event held in Paris.
  • The night was largely ruled by Spanish and Manchester City's midfielder Rodri.
  • Rodri triumphed over competitors from Real Madrid to win football's most prestigious individual award.
  • The occasion was highlighted with many awards,  including ones for promising young players, excellent coaching, and outstanding club achievements.
Men’s Ballon d'Or, Rodri's Victory
  • Rodri, a 28-year-old midfielder from Manchester City and Spain, captured the Men’s Ballon d'Or award.
  • His instrumental contributions to Manchester City’s Premier League victory were recognized, as well as his standout performance for Spain in the Euro 2024 tournament.
  • Rodri beat out solid competition from Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, and Dani Carvajal of Real Madrid.
  • He was also honoured as the Player of the Tournament at Euro 2024 for his significant role in Spain's successful campaign.
Women’s Ballon d'Or won by Aitana Bonmatí
  • Aitana Bonmatí (Spain, Barcelona) took home the Women’s Ballon d'Or award for the second year in a row.
  • Bonmatí's commendable accomplishments led FC Barcelona to win the Spanish league, the Spanish cup, and the UEFA Women's Champions League.
  • The awards ceremony witnessed a 1-2-3 success for Barcelona, with players Caroline Graham Hansen and Salma Paralluelo following Bonmatí in rankings.
  • Actress Natalie Portman presented the award to Bonmatí, applauding her contribution to women's football.
The Kopa Trophy awarded to Lamine Yamal
  • The prodigious Lamine Yamal (Spain, Barcelona), claimed the Kopa Trophy, given to the best player under the age of 21.
  • This 17-year-old played a vital role in Spain's successful Euro 2024 campaign.
  • Yamal scored an amazing 16 goals at the club level in the 2023/24 season and slotted a notable goal in the semifinals against France.
  • He joins the ranks of former laureates such as Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham.
Men's Club of the Year and Coach of the Year
  • The Men’s Club of the Year was awarded to Real Madrid due to their triumphant streak in the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and Spanish Super Cup.
  • Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid's manager, was named as the Men's Coach of the Year.
  • Ancelotti's resourceful leadership led the club to victory in both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League. He modestly accepted the award, reflecting on his team's accomplishments despite the club's absence from the ceremony.