WHO WILL WIN THE BALLON D’OR TOMORROW? The football world is eagerly waiting for the Ballon d’Or announcement, set for Monday, January 12, 2015. Three giants of the game are in contention: Cristiano Ronaldo, the current holder, had a stunning 2014 with Real Madrid, winning the Champions League and setting goal-scoring records. Lionel Messi, always […]

Ballon d’Or Controversy: Platini Targeted by Ronaldo Fans in Bizarre Protest In an unusual turn of events, UEFA president Michel Platini has become the target of Cristiano Ronaldo’s supporters following his public endorsement of Manuel Neuer for the 2014 Ballon d’Or. Platini had stated in November that the winner of the award should be a […]

2014 FIFA Ballon d’Or: Yaya Touré the Sole African Nominee Among Global Giants The 23-man shortlist for the prestigious 2014 FIFA Ballon d’Or has been unveiled, and only one African player has made the cut: Yaya Touré of Ivory Coast. The Manchester City midfielder, who also appeared in last year’s nominations, remains a standout figure […]