The most prestigious individual award in football is the Ballon d'Or. With an illustrious past and cherished tradition, this highly regarded honor has become a personal achievement at the highest level in this beautiful game. Beyond flashy and flashy, the Ballon d'Or is a symbol of football's endless quest for excellence and immortality. Captains, coaches and members of the national media all vote to determine the winner.
Here are the five favorite candidates to win the 2023 Golden Ball.
5. Victor Osimhen
Victor Osimhen has been playing better this season and thanks to his achievements throughout the campaign, he has now cemented his place among the best strikers in the world. The Nigeria international excelled for Luciano Spalletti's side, helping them win the Serie A title and reach the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. Osimhen is a quick and powerful striker who excels at using his size to keep the ball and activate teammates. Moreover, he has the ability to finish accurately and can score from any position on the field. Osimhen made 38 appearances for Napoli in all competitions between 2022-23, scoring 30 goals and contributing five assists.
4. Kevin De Bruyne
In previous years, Kevin De Bruyne has played brilliantly for Manchester City, and the 2022-23 season is no exception. De Bruyne is City's creative engine, and fans and pundits alike continue to marvel at his incredible passing skills and vision. De Bruyne has made 48 appearances for Manchester City in all competitions this season, scoring 10 goals and 31 assists. He is a strong contender for the 2023 Ballon d'Or as he has won the FA Cup as well as the Premier League title.
3. Kylian Mbappe
The fact that Bayern Munich knocked Paris Saint-Germain out of the Champions League in the round of 16 did not help Kylian Mbappe win the first Ballon d'Or in his career. However, Mbappe's outstanding goal-scoring performance for club and country could be enough to lift him to the top. This season, Mbappe has scored more than 50 goals for his club and country. He won the Golden Boot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and scored three goals against Argentina. The 24-year-old has registered 10 assists and scored 41 goals in 43 games for Paris Saint-Germain in all competitions this season.
2.Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is the favorite player to win a record eighth Ballon d'Or after leading Argentina to the World Cup and winning the Ballon d'Or at football's biggest tournament. However, the Argentine legend has had a somewhat dismal domestic season despite his staggering numbers. His early exit from the Champions League was a big obstacle despite helping PSG win the Ligue 1 title. Messi may no longer be the most popular player but he still has a chance to win the Ballon d'Or. The 35-year-old has made 41 appearances for PSG this season in all competitions, scoring 21 goals and 20 assists.
1. Erling Haaland
Erling Haaland, who won the Premier League and FA Cup with Manchester City, seems to be eyeing the Continental trio. Haaland has broken the record for most goals scored in a Premier League season thanks to his incredible scoring performance. After scoring 36 Premier League goals this season, he will also win the European Golden Shoe. He will likely beat Lionel Messi for the 2023 Ballon d'Or if he can help Manchester City beat Inter Milan in the Champions League .
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