If you’re a soccer fan, you’ve probably heard of the Ballon d’Or.
Since 1956, French magazine has awarded the iconic golden ball to the world’s best player—originally based on their achievements over a calendar year, and now judged over the course of the previous season.
Some of the game’s all-time greats have been recipients of the Ballon d’Or: Ronaldinho, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, Marco van Basten, Cristiano Ronaldo, and more. But it’s Lionel Messi who reigns supreme, having lifted the award an unprecedented eight times.
But what about the Super Ballon d’Or? Chances are, you’ve probably never heard of it—and it’s easy to see why.
Fear not., though. Here, explain everything you need to know about the Super Ballon d’Or: why it was created, who has won it, and when we might see one awarded again.
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