Ballon d’Or 2024: Who are favourites for the Ballon d’Or? | Football News – Times of India

Vinicius Junior and Aitana Bonmati (Reuters Photo) The world’s football elite will gather in Paris on Monday for the 2023/24 Ballon d’Or ceremony, with Real Madrid‘s Vinicius Junior and Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati emerging as the frontrunners for the prestigious awards.In the men’s category, this year’s shortlist marks the first since 2003 without Lionel Messi or…

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Trophy Cabinet: Major club and international trophies won by the star footballer | Football News – Times of India

Cristiano Ronaldo (Getty Images) Cristiano Ronaldo, one of football’s most decorated players, has amassed a glittering array of trophies over his illustrious career. From his early days at Manchester United to his record-breaking stint at Real Madrid and success with Juventus, the Portuguese forward has been a constant force in both club and international football….

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Cristiano Ronaldo: How a rare heart condition nearly ended Portuguese legend’s football career | Football News – Times of India

Cristiano Ronaldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, but few know that his remarkable career was nearly cut short before it even began due to a rare heart condition.At the age of 15, Ronaldo was diagnosed with tachycardia, a condition that caused his heart to beat abnormally fast, even…

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Top sports stars who own expensive yachts: Ronaldo, Messi, Woods and more | Off the field News – Times of India

For the world’s elite athletes, success on the field or court often translates into an extravagant lifestyle. One of the ultimate status symbols among super rich individuals is owning a luxury yacht—a vessel that provides not just a means of travel but also a floating palace filled with every possible comfort. Here are five sports…

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Top 5 all-time goal scorers in UEFA Champions League history: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi lead the list | Football News – Times of India

The UEFA Champions League, Europe’s most prestigious football competition, has seen some of the greatest goal scorers in history etch their names into the record books. These players have showcased exceptional talent, delivering on the biggest stage and securing legendary status with their prolific goal-scoring abilities. From Cristiano Ronaldo’s record-breaking tally to Lionel Messi’s magical…

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Top 7 most-followed sports stars on Instagram: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Virat Kohli lead the way | Off the field News – Times of India

The most-followed sports personalities on social media platform Instagram are commanding massive online audiences. Cristiano Ronaldo leads the list with over 638 million followers, followed by Lionel Messi at 504 million.Virat Kohli stands as the most followed Asian with 270 million followers. Other top sports personalities include Neymar, LeBron James, Kylian Mbappe, and David Beckham,…

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1 BILLION followers! Cristiano Ronaldo creates social media history – Times of India

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo continued his record-setting journey on and off the field. After the Al Nassr striker completed a record 900 career goals during a UEFA Nations League match not long ago, Ronaldo has now reached one billion followers across social media platforms, highlighting his significant global influence. Ronaldo shared his excitement on X,…

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How Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominated Ballon d’Or for two decades before missing out on 2024 nominees list | Football News – Times of India

For the first time since 2003, football’s most illustrious prize, the Ballon d’Or, will not feature the names of Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. The omission of these two football giants, who have defined a generation of football and shared an unparalleled rivalry, marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new…

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