Karim Benzema won the Ballon d'Or!!!
French and Real Madrid footballer Karim Benzema has won the prestigious Ballon d'Or award in football. He got this award for the first time at the age of 34. Interestingly, this time Ronaldo has got the worst rating in 17 years. Benzema was the highest goalscorer in both the Champions League and the Spanish League. Benzema is receiving continuous congratulations from all over the world after this prestigious award. After winning the award, he thanked the fans and family.
Became the second oldest player to win the award
Thirty-four-year-old Benzema is the oldest player after Stanley Mathews to receive the award, first given in 1956. By winning the award at the age of 34, he has shown that age doesn't matter if you are hungry for fitness and sports. Benzema said, 'For me, age is just a number and I don't pay much attention to it. Players play longer now and inside me, I feel that I can play for many more years. Because of this willpower, I never gave up.
What is Ballon d'Or Award?
This award is given by the French football magazine Ballon d'Or. This award is being given in the male category for the last 66 years. Alexia, who plays for the women's team of spain and Barcelona, scored 42 goals last season. She is the 1st female player to succeed this medal for the second time. The award for women was started in the year 2018. It is also considered one of the most prestigious awards in football.
