We take a closer look at the 2025 Ballon d’Or betting odds as bookmakers reveal their favourites for the trophy

The question now is whether Vinícius Júnior is about to join the ranks of those who suffered "the slings and arrows of life's outrageous fortunes" and retorted, defiantly, with: "Is that really all you've got?

Carlo Ancelotti commented on Manchester City midfielder Rodri beating Vinicius Jr to the Ballon d'Or last month.

European football governing body UEFA has attempted to clear up controversy surrounding Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. missing out on the Ballon d'Or.

Irrespective of whether or not the results of the Ballon d’Or were leaked in reality, the fact remains that Madrid and Vinicius Jr. were confident the award was landing in the winger’s hands this

As the stars of soccer gathered in Paris for the Ballon d’Or ceremony – an event which celebrates the very best of the sport – there was one very notable absentee.

Vincent Garcia, chief editor of France Football and a key figure in organizing the annual Ballon d’Or ceremony, has addressed Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr missing

Spanish midfielders Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí won the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or award on Monday as the world’s best soccer players, while Real Madrid snubbed the star-studded ceremony in Paris in apparent protest.

The 2024 Ballon d'Or gala was controversial for several reasons, but mostly due to Vinicius' loss to Rodri. A week later, new details about how Real Madrid learned about the result are emerging. The 2024 Ballon d’Or gala has been one of the biggest talking points this past week,

Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti insisted Vinícius Júnior is past his 2024 Ballon d'Or snub and ready to face AC Milan.