Interviewed at the event, Netherlands legend Ruud Gullit said: 'Ballon d'Or? I think Vinicius.' Meanwhile, shortly after the result, Real Madrid team-mate Eduardo Camavinga took to X to write ...

The Ballon d'Or is the most prestigious individual soccer award. Lionel Messi has won a record eight times. Check out the all ...

Live news, updates and the full list of winners from the Ballon d'Or 2024 Ceremony in Paris ... IMAGO/PA Images 3:55 p.m. ET: Ruud Gullit takes the stage to present the winner of the 2024 Kopa ...

What a disaster. 7:55 pm GMT / 3:55 pm ET: Former Ballon d'Or winner Ruud Gullit has now come to the podium to begin the award presentations, starting with the Kopa Trophy for best young player.

Luckily, Ruud Gullit stepped in. The 1987 Ballon d'Or winner said of Yamal: "I think he’s very mature in the way he plays. I think he has a huge future ahead of him and will win many trophies.

Real Madrid and Vini Jr.'s boycott of the Ballon d'Or was a surprise, but as the event shows, it's only as important as we make it and for players who are born competitors, it definitely matters.

Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest news and updates from the Ballon d'Or ceremony as Rodri takes ... Thankfully for the youngster, Ruud Gullit is now on stage to answer questions about ...

Dutch football icon and AC Milan legend Ruud Gullit has fond memories of playing ... sharing his thoughts on the ongoing debate around the Ballon d’Or, especially regarding Vinicius Jr. The ...