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OFFICIAL: Modric wins Ballon d'Or 2018 to end Ronaldo & Messi 10-year duopoly
Luka Modric has beaten off competition from the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Antoine Griezmann and Lionel Messi to be named the winner of 2018's Ballon d'Or.
Modric: I would like to retire at Real Madrid
Having been awarded the Ballon d'Or for 2018, Luka Modric made it clear that he is happy at Real Madrid and has no plans to leave the club.
Griezmann: What else do I have to do for Ballon d’Or?
The Atletico Madrid and France star admitted he was frustrated having won two bits of silverware in 2018, but still only finished third in the voting.
OFFICIAL: Kylian Mbappe becomes the first ever Kopa Trophy winner
Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe has been named the winner of the inaugural Kopa Trophy award, handed out by France Football during the Ballon d'Or ceremony for the best young player under 21.
Ballon d'Or ranking in FULL: Messi only ranked 5th, Ronaldo 2nd, Griezmann 3rd
France Football have revealed the full ranking of the 30-man nominees for the Ballon d'Or 2018 award.
OFFICIAL: VAR will be used in THIS season's UCL knockout stages
UEFA have confirmed that VAR will be used in THIS season's Champions League knockout stages.
WHAT THEY SAY
Griezmann: Maybe Champions League is more important than World Cup
Antoine Griezmann sarcastically said that the European Cup would have to be more important than the World Cup if a Frenchman doesn't win the Ballon d'Or.
No turning back on Ramsey contract decision, says Emery
The midfielder came on to play an important role in Arsenal's 4-2 win over Tottenham, but the Gunners coach says they will not offer him a new deal.
'North London is red!' - Ozil breaks silence after missing Arsenal's derby
The German playmaker played no part in the Gunners' 4-2 victory over arch-rivals Tottenham, with an untimely back problem keeping him on the sidelines.
'No days off' - Ramos allegedly takes swipe at Salah with shoulder strapping
Sergio Ramos has once again risked igniting the fury of Liverpool supporters with an apparent dig at Anfield talisman Mohamed Salah.
Aubameyang responds to racial abuse from Tottenham fans on Instagram
Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang has responded to the racial abuse he suffered during Arsenal's 4-2 win over Tottenham on Sunday.
Brazil legend Cafu warns PSG star Neymar not to return to Barcelona
Brazil legend Cafu has urged compatriot Neymar to resist any temptations of returning to Barcelona from PSG.
THESE THINGS HAPPEN
Messi fails to make Ballon d'Or podium for the first time since 2007
Despite his dominance of the award alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, the Argentine has dropped down the list and finished outside the top three.
Ronaldo joked by Juventus starlet for his funny behaviour on bench
Juventus starlet Moise Kean joked with Cristiano Ronaldo for his funny behaviour on Juventus bench during Fiorentina-Juventus tie.
Bale 'surprised' to see Salah win Puskas award rather than him
The Real Madrid forward is still baffled at how his stunning goal in a European showpiece was snubbed in favour of a derby strike by a Liverpool star.
Neville makes bold Man Utd vs Arsenal prediction
Man Utd host Arsenal in the Premier League and Gary Neville has made a bold prediction about the game at Old Trafford.
AF COLUMNS
All Football Team of the Week: Auba & Messi head up squad as Bakayoko included
Who shone enough to make this time's Team of the Week? Have a scroll down and see if you agree with our choices.
Man City boss Pep Guardiola named All Football Coach of the Month for November
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been named All Football Coach of the Month for November.
IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS
Has Modric ended Ronaldo & Messi's duopoly - or merely interrupted it?
The Croat has become the first man other than Ronaldo or Messi to win the prize since Kaka in 2007 but is this really the end of an era?
Debate: Does Luka Modric deserve the Ballon d'Or?
Luka Modric is named the winner of the 2018 Ballon d'Or at Monday's ceremony, but is the award deserved?
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lovekid
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if the Ballon d'or was meant for the best player in the world modric wouldn't have won it. they just wanted to end the reign of the two greatest footballers. but, he just interrupted it they'll be back next year. even greizmann did more than modric to win it.
eloksjoseph
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*Luka Modric💫 Wins Ballon d'Or 2018🏆* Luka Modric has beaten off competition from the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Antoine Griezmann and Lionel Messi to be named the winner of 2018's Ballon d'Or. The Real Madrid midfielder played a pivotal role for his club as they stormed to a third consecutive Champions League title, as well as captaining Croatia to second place at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Indeed, Modric has become the first player to break Messi and Ronaldo's duopoly of the award since 2007, with Brazil icon Kaka being the last to lift the trophy before the Argentine and Portuguese stars collected five each across the following years. Here's the 🔝 5⃣ 🇭🇷Luka Modric 🇵🇹Cristiano Ronaldo 🇫🇷Antoine Griezmann 🇫🇷Kylian Mbappe 🇦🇷Lionel Messi
Kihabioprt
244
Anyone want ballon d'or then wb defends n goalkeeper...since my birth no ballon d'or for def n gk ...if everyone wnt B.d all hve to go winger n midfielder jus score n assists that all...no need to def n gk
snake1523
225
when luka wins Ballon d'Or
Elsa98
215
Luka modric ends dominance of leo messi and cristiano ronaldo.😭😭
luvincr7
136
me: lm 10 has won the ballon d or Barca fan: I knew it messi would win me : no luka modric the lm10 won it not messi barca fan : oh no congratulations luka modric on winning the prestigious ballon d or award
lobcdikmn
83
Modric deserves it because if you look at the exceptional role played by him at the world cup. He individually makes himself clear from others. Griezman and Mbappe have many other good players behind them but Modric singlehandedly displayed skills and stamina extraordinarily even at extra time. Congratulations Modric!
HolumideAlonstar
48
This is fake 2018 Balloon d or award. Upon what Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi has done on club and country side how come Modric was given the Balloon d or award. Even Grizman is more better than modric this season.
rabbinpuyz
24
luka modric really deserved the ballon'd or and somebody needed to end 10 years of messi and ronaldo . modric made the way for croatia to the final of the WC 2018 and also won the UCL cup . he is croatia's hero and led it to the finals for the first time