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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

The Ballon d'Or is widely regarded as  the most coveted and prestigious individual award anyone can win in soccer. It's been won by the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. This year, it went to Rodri.

COMMENTARY | ‘Robbed,’ ‘Fraud,’ ‘Rigged’: Ballon d’Or Ceremony’s Annual Scrutiny Continues

By Golnar Jalinous, Special to The Hoya November 7, 2024

Manchester City and Spain national team superstar Rodri Hernández Cascante won his first Ballon d’Or — an award soccer fans were sure was going to Real Madrid and Brazil star Vinícius Jr. — on...

3 Stars Top Ballon D’or Shortlist

By Michael Appau and Cem Yolbulan November 5, 2010

At the end of every year, thrills run through the international soccer world as the ceremony for the most prestigious individual award approaches. Last week, FIFA came out with the 23-man list of finalists...

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