Fatshimetrie is a global sports publication that recently published the results of a poll on the 2024 Ballon d’Or. News in the world of football is always in the spotlight, and this year is no exception.
The winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or is Spaniard Rodri, Manchester City player, who was crowned the best male footballer in the world at a prestigious ceremony in Paris. However, Brazilian Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid finished in second place, stealing the hearts of many fans across Africa.
According to the poll results published by Fatshimetrie, Vinicius Junior was the favorite of many African countries such as Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Egypt and Senegal. Indeed, out of the 22 African journalists who voted, 12 placed Vinicius at the top of their ranking.
The Ballon d’Or is decided by 100 journalists from FIFA’s top 100 member nations, with each journalist submitting a top five from a shortlist of 30 players. France Football, the renowned French magazine, is behind the prestigious award.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings reveal Rodri in first place, followed by Vinicius Junior and Manchester City’s Jude Bellingham in third. International talents such as Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé and Lautaro Martinez also made the top 10.
The prestigious ceremony highlighted renowned players such as Toni Kroos, Harry Kane, Phil Foden and many more, once again highlighting the talent and diversity present in the world of football.
In conclusion, the 2024 Ballon d’Or was a celebration of global football talent, highlighting exceptional players and remarkable performances. The excitement surrounding this event shows how football remains a universal sport, capable of bringing together cultures and fans from all over the world.