He Golden Ball 2023 left a panorama that confirms the generational change in world football, although still dominated by one of the greatest.
The Top-5 of this edition was made up of Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri, highlighting the presence of the Spaniard as the only national representative on this select list. The presentation of this award not only reflected the individual merits of each player, but also the dominance of Manchester City, which had a notable presence with five footballers among the top ten. Below, we analyze each of the members of the Top-5 of the 2023 Ballon d’Or.
Rodri, the Spanish midfielder for Manchester City, has completed the Top 5 for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. His presence on this list highlights the importance of his role in the English team, especially for the goal he scored in the Champions League final against Inter Milan, which gave City the title. In addition, Rodri was key for Spain in winning the Nations League, providing solidity and balance in midfield. At 27 years old, Rodri has established himself as one of the best central midfielders in the world, combining an excellent reading of the game with a unique ability to recover and distribute the ball.
Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne is in fourth place for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. De Bruyne was the brains behind Pep Guardiola’s team, managing the tempo of play and assisting his teammates with extraordinary precision. His influence on City’s game was crucial to winning the treble (Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League), establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in the world. His ability to read the game and his vision of the field remain unmatched, allowing him to remain among the best.
Paris Saint-Germain’s star striker Kylian Mbappé finished in third place for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. Mbappé had another prolific season in terms of goals and assists, standing out in Ligue 1 and European competitions. At 25 years old, Mbappé remains PSG’s leader and one of the benchmarks for the new generation of footballers. Although his team failed to advance as far as he had hoped in the Champions League, Mbappé was consistent in his performances and remains one of the most decisive and charismatic players on the world stage.
Manchester City’s Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has taken second place in the 2023 Ballon d’Or voting. Haaland had an impressive season, emerging as the Premier League’s top scorer and playing a key role in City’s first-ever Champions League triumph, scoring decisive goals at every stage of the tournament. His power, speed and finishing ability made him one of the most feared figures in Europe. At just 23 years old, Haaland is already emerging as one of the top candidates to dominate world football in the coming years.
Lionel Messi was once again crowned the best player in the world, adding his eighth Ballon d’Or to his impressive collection. At 36, the Argentine star continued to show that his talent is still decisive. After winning the World Cup in Qatar in 2022, Messi had a stellar season with Inter Miami and, later, with FC Barcelona. His leadership, vision of the game and ability to define key moments were decisive in his recognition. His consistency and ability to maintain a top level for so many years once again consecrated him as the king of world football.
Manchester City’s dominance of the 2023 Ballon d’Or Top 10 reflected the team’s excellent season, with players such as Haaland, De Bruyne and Rodri shining on an individual level. Alongside them, Messi and Mbappé continue to make their mark on football history, while the new generation of talents are already beginning to write their own chapters in this prestigious award.
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