Messi missing from Ballon d’Or nominees, Spanish stars dominate

The 2024 Ballon d’Or nominees have been announced, with Lionel Messi notably absent from the list. Spanish Euro 2024 winners and Real Madrid Champions League victors dominate the nominations. Vinicius Junior is among the favorites, with six Madrid players nominated. Erling Haaland and Harry Kane are also contenders. For the women’s award, Aitana Bonmati hopes to retain her title. The ceremony will take place in Paris on October 28. Xabi Alonso, Carlo Ancelotti, and Luis de la Fuente are nominated for best coach.READ FULL