The 68th annual Ballon d’Or awards takes place this evening, as a host of the world’s best footballers await to see who will be crowned the winner for 2024.
One of the world’s most prestigious football ceremonies, the event will take place at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France and will be hosted by TV journalist Sandy Heribert, with former Chelsea and Ivory Coast 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, but with the iconic Inter Miami not nominated this year, there is a new name that will be on the trophy for 2024.
But who has won the award each year since its inception in 1956? Here is a the complete list of Ballon d’Or winners from 1956-2023.
45. 2005: Ronaldinho
Barcelona and Brazil icon Ronaldinho was named Ballon d'Or winner in 2005. | AFP via Getty Images
46. 2006: Fabio Cannavaro
Won the award after a stunning year for both Real Madrid and Italy. He's the last defender to win the award. | AFP via Getty Images
47. 2007: Kaka
The award moved back to Brazil and was given to AC Milan star Kaka in 2007. | AFP via Getty Images
48. 2008: Cristiano Ronaldo
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner first won the trophy in 2008, while starring for Manchester United. Photo: Martin Rickett