Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí were named the world's top male and female footballers at the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris, making it an unforgettable night for Spain.
Bonmatí continued to hold the title of Ballon d'Or Féminine after guiding Spain to more international glory and directing Barcelona to a historic quadruple. At the same time, Rodri was named men's Ballon d'Or for his outstanding efforts for club and country.
Lamine Yamal, a revelation for Barcelona at the tender age of sixteen, won the Kopa Trophy, given annually to the best Under-21 player in the world.
He was the clear front-runner for the award because of his outstanding season, which included game-changing efforts for his team and Spain.
CarlMen'selotti was the men's Coach of the Year but did not bring his Real Madrid team to the event.
Under Ancelotti's direction, Real Madrid won the UEFA Champion and La Liga, solidifying his place as one of the world's best managers.
In addition to winning the Spanish Supercopa, Liga F, the UEFA WWomen'sChampions League, and the Copa de la Reina in 2023–24, Barcelona was voted Women's Club of the Year.
Here is the complete list of winners:
Ballon dd'Or2024 award winners
Ballon d'Or Rodri
Ballon d’Or Feminin: Aitana Bonmati
Kopa Trophy: Lamine Yamal
MMen'sCoach of the Year: Carlo Ancelotti
WWomen'sCoach of the Year: Emma Hayes
Yashin Trophy: Emiliano Martinez
MMen'sClub of the Year: Real Madrid
WWomen'sClub of the Year: Barcelona
Gerd Muller Trophy: Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe
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