Ronaldo wins Ballon d’Or

Cristiano Ronaldo has claimed his fourth Ballon d’Or, after a vote of 173 journalists by France Football, to take the title ahead Lionel Messi

2016 HIGHLIGHTS

May: Scores decisive spot-kick in Champions League final as Real Madrid defeat rivals Atletico on penalties

Jul: Captains Portugal to first major tournament title at Euro 2016 after victory over hosts France

Nov: Signs new five-year contract with Real, to extend stay at Bernabéu until 2021

BALLON D’OR: TOP SIX
Cristiano Ronaldo POR Real
Lionel Messi ARG Barcelona
Antoine Griezmann FRA Atletico
Luis Suarez URU Barcelona
Neymar BRA Barcelona
Gareth Bale WAL Real

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