As reported earlier today, FIFA has officially disclosed the 3 finalists for the 2013 Ballon d’Or. The unsurprising selection includes the three frontrunners: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona, Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid, and Franck Ribéry of Bayern Munich. These stellar players will compete for the coveted title, aiming to succeed the reigning Argentine winner.
Franck Ribéry, who achieved a remarkable hat-trick (Championship Cup, Champions League) with Bayern Munich last season, stands as a strong contender. Notably, this marks the first time in seven years that a French player has reached the finals of this prestigious award.
Yaya Touré, the sole African representative, will have to patiently await his chance to potentially become the second African, following George Weah, to clinch this esteemed honor.
As the anticipation builds, your community has voiced its choice, with Cristiano Ronaldo emerging as the preferred successor to Lionel Messi. The final outcome will be revealed on January 13, 2014, during the gala. Feel free to participate in the poll with the provided ID “66.”
