Ballon d'Or 2023 Award: : France Football award Ceremony Preview, nominees, Date & time

 

France Football award Ceremony
SCHEDULE	TIME
Program:	2023 Ballon d'Or
Competition:	Event
Match Date:	29-10-2023
Match Time:	11.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30)  (Red Carpet) 1.00 AM IST (UTC +5:30) (Award Ceremony)
Stadium:	Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France

Match Live Info

Ballon d'Or 2023: All award winners - Complete list

Award Winner

Ballon d'Or Lionel Messi (Inter Miami, Argentina)

Ballon d'Or Feminin Aitana Bonmatí (FC Barcelona Femení, Spain)

Kopa Trophy for the best male U-21 player Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, England)

Yachine Trophy for the best male goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (Astona Villa, Argentina)

Gerd Müller Trophy for the highest-scoring male striker Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)

Sócrates Award to acknowledge humanitarian work Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid, Brazil)

Club of the Year Manchester City and FC Barcelona Femení

Prediction and Preview

Preview of the 2023 Ballon d'Or Awards Ceremony

Ladies and gentlemen, football fans from around the world, the anticipation is building as we approach the grand event of the year – the 2023 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony. This prestigious event brings together the best football talent the world has to offer, celebrating the achievements of both men and women in the world of football.

The Men's Ballon d'Or Nominees:

With seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi leading the pack once again, after guiding Argentina to World Cup glory, the competition is fierce. He is joined by the likes of Karim Benzema, who secured the award in 2022, and several key members of the World Cup-winning Argentine squad, including Julian Alvarez, Emiliano Martinez, and Lautaro Martinez. Kylian Mbappe, who led the French national team to a World Cup runner-up finish, is also in contention. The presence of footballing giants like Robert Lewandowski, Kevin De Bruyne, and many others promises an exciting night of recognition.

 Prediction:

Given Messi's triumph at the World Cup and his exceptional consistency, he is widely seen as the frontrunner for the Men's Ballon d'Or in 2023. However, the competition is intense, and the night will undoubtedly bring its fair share of surprises and unforgettable moments.

The Women's Ballon d'Or Feminin Nominees:

The Women's Ballon d'Or features a diverse list of talent, including stars from Spain's Women's World Cup-winning team, such as Aitana Bonmati, Olga Carmona, and Patricia Guijarro. The Women's World Cup Golden Boot winner, Millie Bright from England, also makes an appearance. Players from various clubs worldwide, from Real Madrid to Kansas City Current, have earned their place on the list.

 Prediction:

Aitana Bonmati, as a standout performer in Spain's World Cup victory, is widely expected to be a strong contender for the Women's Ballon d'Or. However, football always has room for surprises, and the other nominees have shown their excellence on the pitch.

Kopa Trophy 2023:

The Kopa Trophy, awarded to the best under-21 player in men's soccer, features a talented group of young stars. Players like Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, and Pedri have already made significant impacts at the highest level of the sport, and they will be vying for this prestigious award.

Yashin Trophy 2023:

The Yashin Trophy, recognizing the top goalkeeper, highlights the importance of shot-stoppers in football. Yassine Bounou, Thibaut Courtois, Ederson, and other world-class goalkeepers are in the running. It promises to be a thrilling contest to determine who was the best in the business between the posts.