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31 Oct 2023

Top 10 Footballers With Most Ballon d'Or Awards - In Pics

In the realm of football, the Ballon d'Or is a gleaming symbol of excellence, an accolade coveted by players worldwide. Awarded annually to the individual who showcases unparalleled skill and performance throughout the calendar year, this honour is an affirmation of their footballing prowess. Initiated by France Football and determined through the votes of esteemed journalists, the Ballon d'Or transcends borders and boundaries, recognizing the best footballers from all corners of the globe. Over the years, a select few have not only earned this accolade but have done so multiple times, setting themselves apart as true legends of the sport. In this journey through football history, we'll explore the top 10 players who have, through their remarkable talents, clinched the most Ballon d'Or awards, leaving an indelible mark on the beautiful game.

17 Oct 2022

Ballon d'Or: Messi to Ronaldo, footballers with most Ballon d'Ors - In PICS

As the Ballon d'Or 2022 ceremony is set to be begin in Paris tonight, take a look at some elite footballers who have won this prestigious football award more than once in their astonishing careers.

12 Jul 2021

In Pics: Sporting GREATS who failed to win a major trophy

Argentina captain Lionel Messi broke a massive jinx by finally winning a major international trophy - the Copa America 2021 - 16 years after making his debut. The international win was a huge weight on Messi's shoulder, who has achieved it all at the domestic level for Barcelona. However, there are other sporting legends who had to announce their retirement without any international trophy to their name. Here we take a look at sporting greats who failed to win any major international trophy.

29 Jul 2019

Inspired by Johan Cruyff, De Jong keen to make mark at Barcelona

When Barcelona announced in January they had signed Frenkie de Jong from Ajax, the midfielder became the latest in an illustrious pipeline of Dutch imports to the Catalan club.

Manchester United

26 May 2016

Manchester United: Were the Red Devils wrong in sacking Louis van Gaal?

Jose Mourinho is expected to replace his former mentor LVG at Old Trafford.

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31 Mar 2016

La Liga: FC Barcelona seek ''EL Clasico'' win as fitting tribute to Johan Cruyff

Fans will hold up a mosaic reading ‘Gracies Johan’.

27 Mar 2016

`Johan Cruyff made us champions` - Barcelona pays homage to the legend

Dutchman Cruyff, who first moved to Barcelona from Ajax Amsterdam in 1973, died on Thursday in his adopted city aged 68 after a five-month battle with lung cancer.

26 Mar 2016

`He made us champions` - FC Barcelona pays hommage to Johan Cruyff

Cruyff died on Thursday in his adopted city aged 68 after a five-month battle with lung cancer.

25 Mar 2016

Johan Cruyff's death: Reactions from across the globe

"We have lost a great man. May we carry on his example of excellence. Johan Cruyff was a great player and coach. He leaves a very important legacy for our family of football." -- Brazil`s triple World Cup winner Pele.

24 Mar 2016

Johan Cruyff, the total footballer who left an indelible legacy behind

Visionary Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff towered above European football as a player and a coach, and left an indelible legacy behind him when he died of cancer aged 68 on Thursday.

24 Mar 2016

Legendary Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff dies at 68 after cancer battle

The Dutchman "died peacefully in Barcelona, surrounded by his family after a hard-fought battle with cancer", said a statement on Cruyff`s official website.

13 Feb 2016

Cruyff 2 - 0 Cancer: Dutch great claims he is leading the disease at 1st half

The former Ajax, Barcelona and Netherlands star disclosed his illness last October.

20 Nov 2015

I'm battling hard, says cancer-stricken Johan Cruyff

The Dutchman, one of soccer`s greatest ever players and most influential coaches, confirmed he had lung cancer on October 20.

24 Oct 2015

Real Madrid coach Rafa Benitez sends best wishes to Johan Cruyff

Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez has sent his best wishes to Johan Cruyff, who was diagnosed with lung cancer.

23 Oct 2015

Pele turns 75: 10 awesome quotes which best define the legend

Regarded as the greatest footballer ever, Brazilian legend Pele celebrates his 75th birthday on Friday.

22 Oct 2015

Johan Cruyff diagnosed with lung cancer: Report

One of the greatest legends of football Johan Cruyff has been diagnosed with lung cancer, according to Spanish media reports.

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