Lionel Messi vs. Cristiano Ronaldo Ballon d'Or rigging controversy, career stats & records

All about the history between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi's rivalry.

Report: Lionel Messi emerges as favorite for potential Super Ballon d’Or in 2027

Latest reports indicate that Lionel Messi could be getting a Super Ballon d'Or award in 2027. Organizers have kept any formal plans under wraps. Still, the mere possibility of awarding a second Super Ballon d’Or has captured global attention.
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Ballon d’Or 2026 Live: Men’s top 10 revealed, with Messi, Mbappé, Kane and Yamal among the finalists

The Ballon d’Or returns on Monday night, bringing together the leading names in world football for the 70th edition of an award that has long shaped

One-man empire! How Lionel Messi single-handedly turned Argentina the gold standard of Ballon d’Or awards? Decoded

The Ballon d’Or award ceremony to decide the world's best male and female footballers is being held in London for the first time -- 70 years after England winger Stanley Matthews was presented with the inaugural award.
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Lionel Messi’s latest achievement proves his playmaking magic is far from fading

Lionel Messi just hit 20 assists in 2026, marking the ninth calendar year he has reached that milestone and proving the soccer legend keeps beating the clock.

Is Lionel Messi attending the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony today?

A new edition of the Ballon d'Or ceremony is set to take place, and Lionel Messi is once again one of the nominees for the prestigious award.