This year's Ballon d'Or winner has reportedly been leaked by the Spanish media, with Marca claiming that Karim Benzema will receive his first Golden Ball.
It is claimed that Benzema will become only the second player aside from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to win the award since 2008, after team-mate Luka Modric scooped the prize in 2018.
Ad The Ballon d’Or is awarded for performances in the previous season rather than the calendar year, and Benzema was in scintillating form during the 2021/22 campaign.
Ballon d'OrHow to watch the Ballon d'Or ceremony live stream3 HOURS AGO He scored 44 goals in 46 appearances across all competitions, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side won a La Liga and Champions League double.
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