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Ballon d’Or 2024: Full List of Nominees Unveiled
The prestigious Ballon d’Or awards, organized by France Football, have officially announced the nominees for the 2024 edition.
This year’s list features several of football’s top-performing talents, with expected contcuttingthe cut.
Among the standout names are Manchester City’s goal-scoring sensation, Erling Haaland, and Real Madrid’s rising star, Vinicius Jr.
Additionally, Jude Bellingham, who has been making waves at Real Madrid, and Kylian Mbappe, linked to both PSG and Real Madrid, also feature prominently.
Here’s the full list of some of the top nominees:
1. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) – The talented midfielder has dazzled since joining Real Madrid and is a key contender for the award.
2. Phil Foden (Manchester City) – Known for his exceptional creativity and technical skill, Foden continues to shine in City’s star-studded lineup.
3. Ruben Dias (Manchester City) – A rock in defence, Dias has been instrumental in Manchester City’s success in recent seasons.
4. Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) – Valverde’s versatility and consistent performances have solidified his place as one of the best midfielders in the world.
5. Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa) – The Argentine goalkeeper has been a standout performer for club and country, contributing to Argentina’s World Cup triumph.
6. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – After a record-breaking season, Haaland’s lethal goal-scoring ability makes him one of the top contenders for the award.
The full list includes many of football’s finest players, each deserving recognition for their outstanding achievements over the past year.
Fans around the globe eagerly await the winner of the prestigious title, which is set to be announced later this year.
Nigerian politician Peter Obi reacts to the viral incident that occurred in Delta State.
It can be noted that Obi is reacting to the clip of a police officer shooting and killing an already restrained suspect.
Obi stated that it was a serious violation and abuse of power “The extrajudicial killing of a young Nigerian in Effurun, Delta State, by a police officer, Mr. Mene Ogidi, is not only barbaric but also a grave violation of the rule of law.
“Over time, human society has moved away from an era when lives could be taken without consequence. Through the evolution of civilisation, a fundamental principle has emerged: no one should be punished or deprived of life without due process and a fair determination of guilt.”
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The player appealed in court on February 25 but has now been handed his punishment, which is a four-year ban from football.
It can be recalled that his last appearance on the field was on November 28, 2024.
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