The 68th annual Ballon d’Or awards is now less than a month away, as France Football magazine prepare to announce which footballing icon will be crowned as the world’s best for 2024.
One of the most prestigious awards ceremonies in the football calendar, the event will take place on Monday 28 October 2024 at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France and will be hosted by TV journalist Sandy Heribert, with former Chelsea forward Didier Drogba joining her as co-host for the evening.
Three of the last four events have resulted in Argentina icon Lionel Messi being named as the winner of the award, though the iconic forward is not in the running to win in 2024, with stars from Real Madrid and Manchester City all competing to be crowned as the world’s best footballer.
But who are the bookies tipping to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or?* Here are the frontrunners for the award, in reverse order.
*All odds are offered by SkyBet and subject to change at any time. Please gamble responsibly.
9. Rodri (Manchester City) - 7/2
Could the Manchester City midfielder pip Vini Jnr. to the award? Winner of the EPL in May, he was pivotal to Spain's Euro 2024 success in the summer. Sadly out for the rest of this current season with a knee injury. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid) - 1/6
The Brazilian forward is the clear favourite for the award after his outstanding year with Real Madrid, where he won the Champions League, La Liga and Super Cup. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images