2024 Ballon d’Or: How to Watch, Nominees, and Predictions
The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony is just around the corner, and football fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the world’s best player. Here’s everything you need to know to catch the action live.
How to Watch
The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony will be broadcast live on various platforms:
• United States: Paramount+ and CBS Golazo Network (3:45 p.m. ET)
• International: L’Equipe’s YouTube channel and website (free stream)
• Eurosport: Dedicated live blog on their website
Nominees
The 2024 Ballon d’Or nominees have been announced, with a stellar lineup of talented players:
Men’s Category:
1. Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
2. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
3. Rodri (Manchester City)
4. Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
5. Kylian Mbappé (Paris Saint-Germain)
6. Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain)
7. Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
8. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
9. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
10. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Women’s Category:
1. Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona)
2. Alexia Putellas (Barcelona)
3. Sam Kerr (Chelsea)
4. Ada Hegerberg (Lyon)
5. Lucy Bronze (Barcelona)
Predictions
Experts predict Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, and Rodri to be strong contenders for the men’s award. Aitana Bonmati is favored to win the women’s trophy.
Ceremony Details
• Date: 29/10/2024
• Time: 3:45 p.m. ET (US) / 8:45 p.m. GMT (UK)
• Location: Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris
• Host: French sports magazine, France Football
History of the Ballon d’Or
First awarded in 1956, the Ballon d’Or recognizes the best soccer player in the world. Lionel Messi holds the record with seven wins, followed closely by Cristiano Ronaldo with five.
Stay Tuned
Don’t miss the excitement as the world’s top players gather in Paris for the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony. Follow the action live on the platforms mentioned above.
