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The football world is abuzz with anticipation as the prestigious 2023 Ballon d’Or and Ballon d’Or Féminin awards approach.
A star-studded ceremony in Paris on October 30 will see these coveted honors bestowed upon the world’s finest talents in men’s and women’s football. Renowned former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has the honor of hosting this momentous event, promising a night filled with excitement and suspense.
For the men’s Ballon d’Or, all eyes are on Lionel Messi, the maestro of the beautiful game, who is poised to capture this prestigious title for an astounding eighth time. His remarkable journey, which now includes dazzling in MLS with Inter Miami, could cement his legacy in a way that no one before him has achieved.
A victory would make him the first player in history to claim the Ballon d’Or while competing in Major League Soccer, a testament to his enduring brilliance.
On the women’s side, Spain’s World Cup champion Aitana Bonmati is the frontrunner for the Ballon d’Or Féminin. Her remarkable contributions have earned her the favor of pundits and fans alike.
Regrettably, her talented Barcelona teammate Alexia Putellas, the winner of the previous two editions, has been sidelined by injuries, placing Bonmati in the pole position for the 2023 accolade.
The world will be watching as the winners are set to be officially unveiled, with the announcement expected at around 10 p.m. local time (4 p.m. ET).
The Sporting News is dedicated to providing live updates throughout the day, ensuring football enthusiasts worldwide are kept in the loop. In addition, our team will promptly deliver the final results and capture the immediate reactions from the Theatre du Chatelet.
While Lionel Messi stands as the formidable favorite for the Ballon d’Or, another name has emerged with incredible merit, and that’s Erling Haaland. The young phenom from Manchester City has presented a compelling argument with an astonishing debut season, securing a treble while scoring a staggering 52 goals in 53 appearances.
His numbers alone make a strong case for the Ballon d’Or, and even if he doesn’t claim it this time, it seems almost inevitable that Haaland will clinch the title in the near future. His goal-scoring prowess continues to shine, having netted 13 goals this season, including a brace in Manchester City’s resounding 3-0 victory in the Manchester derby over the weekend.
As the world waits with bated breath, the Ballon d’Or ceremony promises an unforgettable evening, celebrating the remarkable talents of these footballing icons. Who will be the chosen ones to etch their names in the annals of football history? We’ll find out soon enough.
