By Florish Obanor
The soccer community is on the edge of their seats for the 2024 Ballon d’Or event, which is scheduled to occur today (Monday) at the renowned Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. This prestigious prize, which celebrates the top talent in global soccer, is expected to highlight a fresh crop of players without the presence of legendary figures Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on this year’s shortlist.
Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid is currently leading the favorites list, with numerous experts forecasting his ascent to the esteemed award. However, he faces stiff competition from his teammate Jude Bellingham and Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe. Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Rodri are also considered strong contenders, having shown impressive performances throughout the season. For numerous supporters and experts, the 2024 Ballon d’Or is seen as the start of a new chapter in international football, as the spotlight turns to these emerging talents. The ceremony is scheduled to start at 8:45 p.m. local time (CET) on October 28, offering an evening filled with anticipation and festivity at one of Paris’ most renowned locations.
What is the scheduled time for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award ceremony?
The 2024 Ballon d’Or award gala kicks off from the Theatre du Chatelet on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 p.m, Nigeria time.
Full list of Ballon d’Or contenders
Antonio Rudiger – Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe – Real Madrid
Lautaro Martinez – Inter
Ademola Lookman – Atalanta
Alejandro Grimaldo – Bayer Leverkusen
Hakan Calhanoglu – Inter
Rodri – Man City
Declan Rice- Arsenal
Harry Kane – Bayern Munich
Cole Palmer – Chelsea
Vitinha – PSG
Vinicius Jr – Real Madrid
Martin Odegaard – Arsenal
Dani Olmo – Barcelona
Florian Wirtz – Bayer Leverkusen
Mats Hummels – Roma
Erling Haaland – Man City
Nicolas Williams – Athletic Bilbao
Granit Xhaka – Bayer Leverkusen
Artem Dovbik – Roma
Toni Kroos – Real Madrid
Jude Bellingham – Real Madrid
Phil Foden – Man City
Ruben Dias – Man City
Federico Valverde – Real Madrid
Ballon d’Or 2024 Women’s club of the year nominees
Barcelona
Chelsea
Lyon
PSG
Women’s coach of the year
Sonia Bompastor – Lyon/Chelsea
Arthur Elias – Corinthians/Brazil
Jonatan Giraldez – Barcelona/Washington Spirit
Filipa Patao – Benfica
Sarina Wiegman – England
Emma Hayes – Chelsea/ United States
Full list of women’s nominees
Lauren Hemp – Man City
Trinity Rodman – Washington Spirit
Barbra Banda Shanghai – Shanghai RCB/Orlando Pride
Tarciane Lime – Houston Das
Mallory Swanson – Chicago Red Stars
Glodis Viggosdottir – Bayern Munich
Mariona Caldentey – Barcelona/Arsenal
Lauren James – Chelsea
Patricia Guijarro – Barcelona
Lea Schuller – Bayern Munich
Gabi Portilho – Corinthians
Men’s club of the year nominees
Borussia Dortmund, Girona, Bayer Leverkusen, Real Madrid and Manchester City are the contenders.
Men’s coach of the year nominees
Carlo Ancelotti
Xabi Alonso
Luis de la Fuente
Gian Piero Gasperini
Pep Guardiola
Lionel Scaloni
Yachine trophy nominees
Diogo Costa
Gianluigi Donnarumma
Gregor Kobel
Andrei Lunine
Mike Maignan
Giorgi Mamardachvili
Emiliano Martinez
Unai Simon
Yann Sommer
Ronwen Williams
Kopa Trophy nominees
Pau Cubarsi
Alejandro Garnacho
Arda Guler
Karim Konate
Kobbie Mainoo
Joao Neves
Savinho
Mathys Tel
Lamine Yamal
Warren Zaire-Emery
