In a stunning turn of events, football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been omitted from the Ballon d’Or nominations for the first time since 2003. The 30-men’s player list, unveiled on Wednesday, marks a significant shift in the global football landscape.
Messi, an eight-time winner of the prestigious award, and Ronaldo, a five-time recipient, have dominated the Ballon d’Or stage for nearly two decades. Their absence from the nominations has sent shockwaves through the football community, signaling the end of an era.
The announcement has sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike, pondering the factors that led to this unexpected development. New talents are emerging, and the football world is witnessing a generational change as fresh faces step into the spotlight.
As the football fraternity adjusts to this new reality, questions arise about who will ascend to the throne long held by these two giants. The upcoming Ballon d’Or ceremony promises to be one of the most unpredictable and exciting in recent history.
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Messi and Ronaldo miss out on Ballon d'Or list of nominations
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