Tue, 12 November , 2024

    In a glittering display of football talent, the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony unveiled this year’s top-ranked players across various categories, celebrating achievements on the field for both men and women, as well as recognizing the best young talent, goalkeeper, and coaches. Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 rankings for each award category.

    Men’s Ballon d’Or 2024

    Manchester City’s Rodri claimed the prestigious Men’s Ballon d’Or 2024, making history as the first player from the club to win the award. Rodri was a key figure in Manchester City’s Premier League victory and Spain’s triumph in the Euro 2024, standing out as a versatile midfielder. However, Real Madrid’s response was mixed, given that Vinícius Júnior, a standout player for Real Madrid, was not awarded the Ballon d’Or despite a stellar season, sparking controversy around the event. Here are the top 10 rankings in the men’s category:

    RankPlayerNationalityClub(s)
    1RodriSpainManchester City
    2Vinícius JúniorBrazilReal Madrid
    3Jude BellinghamEnglandReal Madrid
    4Dani CarvajalSpainReal Madrid
    5Erling HaalandNorwayManchester City
    6Kylian MbappéFrancePSG / Real Madrid
    7Lautaro MartínezArgentinaInter Milan
    8Lamine YamalSpainBarcelona
    9Toni KroosGermanyReal Madrid
    10Harry KaneEnglandBayern Munich
    Men’s Ballon d’Or 2024

    Women’s Ballon d’Or 2024

    Aitana Bonmatí, the dynamic midfielder from Barcelona, earned her second consecutive Women’s Ballon d’Or after leading her club to win the Liga F and Women’s Champions League titles. Bonmatí’s presence on the field proved instrumental to Barcelona’s dominance in women’s football, and she topped the rankings, followed by two Barcelona teammates:

    RankPlayerNationalityClub(s)
    1Aitana BonmatíSpainBarcelona
    2Caroline Graham HansenNorwayBarcelona
    3Salma ParallueloSpainBarcelona
    4Sophia SmithUSAPortland Thorns
    5Lindsey HoranUSAOlympique Lyonnais
    6Mallory SwansonUSAChicago Red Stars
    7Marie-Antoinette KatotoFranceParis Saint-Germain
    8Mariona CaldenteySpainBarcelona / Arsenal
    9Trinity RodmanUSAWashington Spirit
    10Alexia PutellasSpainBarcelona
    Women’s Ballon d’Or 2024

    Lev Yashin Trophy for Best Goalkeeper

    Argentina’s Emiliano Martínez was awarded the Lev Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper following his impressive performance for Aston Villa and during Argentina’s Copa America 2024 campaign. Martínez topped a competitive list of goalkeepers:

    RankPlayerNationalityClub(s)
    1Emiliano MartínezArgentinaAston Villa
    2Unai SimónSpainAthletic Club
    3Andriy LuninUkraineReal Madrid
    4Gianluigi DonnarummaItalyParis Saint-Germain
    5Mike MaignanFranceMilan
    6Yann SommerSwitzerlandInter Milan
    7Giorgi MamardashviliGeorgiaValencia
    8Diogo CostaPortugalPorto
    9Ronwen WilliamsSouth AfricaMamelodi Sundowns
    10Gregor KobelSwitzerlandBorussia Dortmund
    Lev Yashin Trophy for Best Goalkeeper

    Kopa Trophy 2024 (Best Young Player)

    Barcelona’s young prodigy Lamine Yamal emerged as the winner of the Kopa Trophy for the best young player, thanks to his exceptional contributions to Spain’s Euro 2024 win. Yamal leads a promising list of youthful talent:

    RankPlayerNationalityClub(s)
    1Lamine YamalSpainBarcelona
    2Arda GülerTurkeyReal Madrid
    3Kobbie MainooEnglandManchester United
    4SavinhoBrazilGirona / Manchester City
    5Pau CubarsíSpainBarcelona
    6Joao NevesPortugalBenfica
    6Alejandro GarnachoArgentinaManchester United
    8Warren Zaïre-EmeryFranceParis Saint-Germain
    8Mathys TelFranceBayern Munich
    8Karim KonatéIvory CoastSalzburg
    Kopa Trophy 2024 (Best Young Player)

    Gerd Muller Trophy 2024 (Top Scorer)

    The Gerd Muller Trophy for the most goals in the 2023-24 season went to Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé, who both scored a remarkable 52 goals. This shared honor highlights their prolific scoring abilities and competitive performances across domestic and international competitions.

    RankPlayerNationalityClub(s)Goals
    1Harry KaneEnglandBayern Munich52
    1Kylian MbappéFrancePSG / Real Madrid52
    Gerd Muller Trophy 2024 (Top Scorer)

    Johan Cruyff Trophy for Best Men’s Coach 2024

    Carlo Ancelotti of Real Madrid was awarded the Johan Cruyff Trophy for Best Men’s Coach, honoring his guidance in leading Real Madrid to La Liga and Champions League titles. Ancelotti’s leadership on the sideline has been pivotal in Real Madrid’s successful season.

    RankCoachNationalityClub/National Team
    1Carlo AncelottiItalyReal Madrid
    Johan Cruyff Trophy for Best Men’s Coach 2024

    Johan Cruyff Trophy for Best Women’s Coach 2024

    Emma Hayes, former Chelsea coach, was celebrated as the best women’s coach after guiding the U.S. Women’s National Team to Olympic gold in Paris. Her tactical expertise and dedication to the game have positioned her among the world’s top coaches.

    RankCoachNationalityClub/National Team
    1Emma HayesEnglandUS Women’s National Team
    Johan Cruyff Trophy for Best Women’s Coach 2024

    This comprehensive table captures the standout performances in men’s, women’s, and youth football, honoring the best players, goalkeepers, young stars, and coaches in 2024. From veterans to rising stars, the 2024 honorees represent the highest level of excellence on the global football stage.

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