Paris, Oct 29 (V7N)- The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony saw a series of prestigious awards given to some of the most remarkable players, managers, and clubs in football this year. Here’s a recap of the evening's top honors:
Boys' Ballon d'Or : Rodri (Spain/Manchester City)
Rodri's incredible season for Manchester City and the Spanish national team earned him the highest individual honor.
Women's Ballon d'Or : Aitana Bonmatí (Spain/Barcelona)
Bonmatí, a dynamic force for Barcelona and Spain, celebrated a fantastic year, securing the Women’s Ballon d'Or.
Goalkeeper of the Year (Lev Yashin Trophy) : Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa/Argentina)
Lautaro Martinez announced his Argentinian teammate Emiliano Martinez as the winner, recognizing his consistent excellence for Aston Villa and Argentina.
Young Player of the Year (Copa Trophy) : Lamine Yamal (Spain/Barcelona)
Yamal's rising talent and impressive performance for both Barcelona and Spain earned him this accolade.
Boys' Coach of the Year (Men's Johan Cruyff Trophy) : Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
The veteran manager’s leadership at Real Madrid won him the best boys’ coach award.
Women's Coach of the Year (Women's Johan Cruyff Trophy) : Emma Hayes (Chelsea/United States Women's Soccer Team)
Recognized for her strategic skill and success with both Chelsea and the USWNT, Hayes was named the top women's coach.
Women's Club of the Year : Barcelona
Barcelona clinched this title thanks to their remarkable performance across competitions.
Boys' Club of the Year : Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s consistent success on the pitch won them the boys' club of the year title.
Socrates Award : Jenni Hermoso (Spain, Tigres UANL)
Hermoso was honored for her commitment to social justice and impact beyond the field.
The ceremony celebrated achievements across genders and roles in football, showcasing both individual brilliance and team success.
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