Messi-Ronaldo dominance shows why Ballon d'Or has failed. Football is much more than awards

While Ballon d’Or is awarded to the player who has fit the definition of being the “best in the world”, nobody really knows what it means.

Lionel Messi, the complete footballer who completed football, finally leaves the Ballon d'Or stage

Lionel Messi would have 15 Ballon d'Or awards if he had Cristiano Ronaldo's work ethic! - Patrice Evra

Was checking out the odds for the Ballon d'or at Goal.com. Have they ever been wrong? With Messi at number one, how likely is it for Haaland to win it? : r/MCFC

Neymar can end Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's Ballon d'Or dominance, Football News

Messi vs Haaland – who deserved the Ballon d'Or? – The Oxford Student

Ballon d'Or: Who will win award after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi? - BBC Sport

Lionel Messi's notable Ballon d'Or demeanour as he puts Cristiano Ronaldo rivalry to bed - Mirror Online

Never compare, Ronaldo fans are celebrating - Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi fans troll each other after Ballon d'Or nominee list

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo set to renew stellar rivalry in Champions League