Cristiano Ronaldo Gets Fourth Ballon D’OR

    • admin@nie.com
    • Publish Date: Dec 14 2016 12:03PM
    • |
    • Updated Date: Dec 14 2016 12:03PM
Cristiano Ronaldo Gets Fourth Ballon D’OR

After giving a European Championship title to Portugal and another Champions League trophy to Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo ends the year with something just for himself — his fourth world player of the year award. Ronaldo on Monday won his third Ballon d’Or award, which this year is being handed out by France Football magazine separately from FIFA. Ronaldo also took home the Ballon d’Or prize in 2013 and 2014, and the FIFA award in 2008 while still playing for Manchester United. He is also in contention for FIFA’s prize this year, along with Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann. Only Ronaldo and Messi have been voted the best in the world since 2007, when Kaká won the prize. Messi won a record fifth award last year.
 
 
“For me it’s a great honor to receive my fourth golden ball,” Ronaldo said in a recorded video. “I never thought in my mind to win four times, so I’m so pleased, I’m so happy. I have to thank all my teammates, the national team, Real Madrid, all the people, all the players who helped me win this individual award.” France Football will announce the runners-up to Ronaldo later Monday. Ronaldo, 31, was picked from a list of 30 players by a group of international journalists selected by the French magazine, which for the previous six years awarded the coveted prize in partnership with FIFA. Soccer’s governing body, which relies on the votes of coaches, team captains, journalists and — for the first time — an online poll of fans, will be handing out its own award in January. Ronaldo, who recently said he was going through the best period of his life, is receiving the Ballon d’Or award a month after his contract with Madrid was extended until 2021, keeping him in Spain until he is 36 years old. It has been an up-and-down season for Ronaldo so far, but he couldn’t have finished the previous one more strongly. Ronaldo converted the decisive penalty kick in a shootout against rival Atlético Madrid in the final of the Champions League, helping the Spanish powerhouse win the tournament for the second time in three seasons. Ronaldo also won the Champions League title with Manchester United in 2008. Ronaldo scored a record 11 goals in the group stage of the European competition last season and finished with a total of 16, one short of the record he himself set in 2014. He is the tournament’s career leading scorer with 95 goals, and is two away from becoming the first player to score 100 goals in European club competitions. It was with Portugal that Ronaldo achieved one of his greatest feats, helping the nation win its maiden European title after several close calls, including a runner-up finish at home in 2004 when it lost to Greece. Ronaldo scored one of the goals for Portugal in the 2-0 win over Wales in the semifinals at Euro 2016, then watched from the bench as his teammates defeated France, 1-0, in extra time. Ronaldo played only 25 minutes of the final at Stade de France in July before being substituted because of a left-knee injury. It was the first major international trophy for both Ronaldo and Portugal. Ronaldo also won the European Super Cup with Madrid, as well as UEFA’s award as the best player in Europe last season, a prize he also won in 2014. Ronaldo is with Real Madrid in Japan to play in FIFA’s Club World Cup.
 
 

More From TOP NEWS...

Comments

ADEEN ASHFAQUE WAGLE MARY IMMACULATE GIRLS SCH-S CRUZ(E)

ronaldo no doubt is an amazing player and the statics are enough proof of it. he can be safely called the best footballer of today but we cannot overlook the fact that times change. today we might consider him the best, tomorrow someone else will play better than him, it is the story of our life. rather than thinking about who is the best team, player, etc. we must concentrate on cheering our favourite teams and players.

Ritvik Baweja BAL BHARTI PUBLIC SCHOOL (PITAM PUR

Well, the result was as expected. Ronaldo deserved to achieve this feat.

Kevin Jacob Gilbert CHAVARA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

There is no doubt that he is one of the top players in the world. It is kind of a record getting this award for the 4th time.

Jordan Lecole Chempaka Kallayam

Cristiano Ronaldo is a very talented footballer.compared to messi he is a goal scorer and has become so good through practice.Messi is a player who''s got natural talent.He is not as hard working as Ronaldo.well deserved CR7.

Mayank Seth Anandram Jaipuria School

It was a well deserved achievement for RONALDO because of his astonishing and record breaking performances for his club Real Madrid and nation Portugal.

undefined Bhavan Vidyalaya Panchkula

Congrats Ronaldo ,you are the best sportsperson in the world. Congrats for adding one more feather to your cap. You are my idol and I hope you will end up your career with a fantastic record.

POST YOUR OWN ARTICLE, PHOTO & VIDEO

SIMPLY FILL DETAILS & POST



SIGN UP & EXPLORE MORE...
*


*
* *
* *
img
REGISTRATION SUCCESSFUL...
THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING
  • About Us

Times Newspaper in Education (Times NIE) is a novel program that helps students ‘Stay Ahead’ and aims at making ‘Learning Fun’. It introduces concepts that help individual growth and development beyond school curriculum.

A brainchild of The Times of India, the world’s leading English newspapers, Times NIE nurtures progress and innovation. Adapted from the international concept, Times Newspaper in Education program (Times NIE) was initiated in India in 1985.

Today we have over 3000 schools and over 9 lac students subscribing to the programme, spanning 16 cities viz. Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Jaipur.

The Times of India Student edition, a customized student newspaper exclusively for the students, packs a powerful punch in terms of content that leads to a smarter and superior learning experience. The information is crafted such that it finds use in classroom discussions, thus making it relevant and current. It truly gives education a new dimension by fostering the simple habit of reading which in turn paves the way for a confident, informed and aware individual. A newspaper that inspires young minds and equips them to face challenges of today’s world, making way for global citizens.

Empowering students with new cutting-edge knowledge through various educative and informative activities is a commitment and tradition of Times NIE. The programme serves as a catalyst of education and interaction, as well as a window into the minds of the quintessential Indian youth. On a significant scale Times NIE comprises diverse interesting activities and events that boost the child’s passion for learning, while revealing hidden talent.

While you are aware that The Times of India is among the leading English Newspapers across the world, it has consummated its position as an everlasting winner. With several international awards and recognitions to its credit, The Times of India and Times NIE have validated an enduring tradition of setting the highest benchmarks in every respect. We have been awarded with the two most prestigious awards, Times NIE - World’s No.1 NIE program and The Times of India, Student Edition - World’s No.1 Newspaper for the youth in 2006 by the celebrated World Association of Newspapers (WAN). In 2008 we were honoured by the International Newspaper Marketing Association (INMA), yet another international recognition for ‘Youth Audience Development’. In 2013 we were again honoured by the celebrated World Association of Newspapers (WAN) as the ‘Times NIE - World’s Best Youth Engagement Program’.

Times NIE has grown remarkably over the last three and a half decades, touching millions of children across more than 16 Indian cities. Our absolute commitment towards the fledgling generation remains undiluted and our greatest strength lies in the school partnership and commitment.

  • Times NIE World Awards
EDIT STUDENT PROFILE...



img

JOIN NOW !!!

Create or join groups, share your views, ideas through posts (Text, Pictures & Videos)

GOT A QUERY?

FEEL FREE TO ASK HERE. GET IT ANSWERED BY EXPERTS

CLICK HERE TO SEE YOUR PREVIOUS QUERIES

win

Why You Think India Is Great....