«Türkmenistan Sport», № 4 (20), 2023

Discontent surrounded Cristiano Ronaldo after he failed to get nominated for the 2023 Ballon d’Or. It was the first time in over two decades that he wasn’t present for the prestigious trophy as he saw his long-term rival, Lionel Messi, collect his record eighth title. It seems the Portuguese superstar finally has a chance to contest for an individual award among global soccer stars, as he has managed to make the cut for the 2023 IFFHS World’s Best Player Award.