For the first time in nearly two decades, iconic football superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are missing from the Ballon d’Or nominee list.
This is a significant change in football, as the duo has dominated the prestigious award since 2003.
These two titans of the sport have had an ongoing rivalry for the past 17 years, each taking turns to clinch the coveted trophy. However, this year paints a different picture, with both missing from the list of nominees.
Over this period, Messi and Ronaldo have been a constant feature in the Ballon d’Or nominee list, creating their league. This year, however, new names are emerging, signalling a shift in the football landscape.
The fact that for the first time in 17 years, these two legends are not nominated for the Ballon d’Or indicates the transition happening in football. It’s a changing of the guard, making room for the rise of new talents.
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