Full Results: Ballon d'Or 2024 - Rodri and Aitana Claim Top Honors
The prestigious Ballon d'Or awards ceremony has concluded, and the football world is buzzing with the results. This year, Rodri, the Spanish midfielder for Manchester City, claimed the coveted Men's Ballon d'Or award, while Aitana Bonmati, the Spanish midfielder for Barcelona, secured the Women's Ballon d'Or.
Men's Ballon d'Or: Rodri's Reign
Rodri's triumph comes after a phenomenal season with Manchester City. He played a pivotal role in their historic treble, showcasing his exceptional midfield mastery and contributing significantly to their Champions League victory. His consistent performances throughout the season earned him the top spot, surpassing fellow nominees like Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, and Kylian Mbappé.
Here's a glimpse at the top 10 rankings for the Men's Ballon d'Or:
- Rodri (Manchester City, Spain)
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)
- Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City, Belgium)
- Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain, France)
- Lionel Messi (Inter Miami CF, Argentina)
- Luka Modrić (Real Madrid, Croatia)
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid, Brazil)
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, England)
- Pedri (Barcelona, Spain)
- Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan, Argentina)
Women's Ballon d'Or: Aitana's Ascendance
Aitana Bonmati, the dynamic midfielder for Barcelona and the Spanish national team, claimed the prestigious Women's Ballon d'Or award. She played a key role in Barcelona's dominant domestic season and led Spain to victory in the Women's World Cup. Her exceptional vision, passing accuracy, and goal-scoring ability made her a force to be reckoned with on the pitch.
The top 10 rankings for the Women's Ballon d'Or are as follows:
- Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona, Spain)
- Jennifer Hermoso (Pachuca, Spain)
- Salma Paralluelo (Barcelona, Spain)
- Alexia Putellas (Barcelona, Spain)
- Lena Oberdorf (Wolfsburg, Germany)
- Kadidiatou Diani (Paris Saint-Germain, France)
- Mapi León (Barcelona, Spain)
- Sam Kerr (Chelsea, Australia)
- Amanda Ilestedt (Chelsea, Sweden)
- Olga Carmona (Real Madrid, Spain)
Other Notable Awards
Beyond the main Ballon d'Or categories, several other awards were presented during the ceremony, recognizing exceptional talent and contributions to the beautiful game.
- Kopa Trophy (Best Young Player): Gavi (Barcelona, Spain)
- Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper): Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid, Belgium)
- Gerd Müller Trophy (Top Scorer): Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)
A Night of Glory
The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony was a night of celebration for the winners and a testament to the incredible talent showcased in both men's and women's football. With the awards now decided, the focus shifts to the future and the promise of another year of exciting football matches and performances.