Lionel Messi has won more Ballon d’Or – eight – than any other footballer in history. But who did the Argentinian icon vote for when it came to football’s most prestigious individual award?

Cristiano Ronaldo previously raised eyebrows with a reaction on Instagram after Lionel Messi won a record-breaking eighth Ballon d'Or award in 2023.

Francesco Totti argues that Paulo Dybala is among the best players in the world alongside Lamine Yamal but has no Ballon d’Or regrets: ‘Do you think Leo Messi would have won so many if he had ...

Colombian midfielder James Rodriguez has added his voice to the long-standing debate about Neymar’s legacy. The former Real ...

David Ramos/Getty ImagesLionel Messi of FC Barcelona (C) holds the Ballon d'Or trophy flanked by his teammates Andres Iniesta (L) and Xavi Hermandez prior the Copa del Rey quarter final first leg ...

"F*** them,” Raphinha agreed. With Messi’s absence, Raphinha’s confidence feels all the more justified, especially amid the swirling Ballon d’Or chatter. During his discussion with Romario ...