5 early favorites for Ballon d'Or 2019

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#3 Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo

"It is more difficult to stay on top than to get there". This quote doesn't apply for Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo has been ruling the footballing world for the past decade. Having won the joint most Ballon d'Or awards, he is just as hungry to add one more trophy to his personal cabinet. After a successful decade in Real Madrid, Ronaldo made a big summer move to Juventus before the start of the season. In his first season, he became the quickest ever to score 10 goals for the club.

Juventus were beaten 2-0 in the first leg of Champions League Round of 16 and that might have dented his position to a certain extent but one would be naive to rule out Cristiano Ronaldo and Juventus just yet. He will be looking to win his 4th consecutive Champions League, and his first with Bianconeri and stand a chance to win record 6th Ballon d'Or. He would also have a chance to win UEFA Nations League finals with Portugal.

Matches Played: 33

Goals: 21

Assists: 10

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