3 Players Who Can Stop Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo from winning the Ballon d'Or this year

#2. Neymar Jr.

The Brazilian joined PSG in the summer of 2017

Paris Saint-Germain winger, Neymar Junior is also one of those amazing superstars who can stop Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo from winning the Ballon d'Or this year. One of the most consistent and most talented players in the world for the past few years, the Brazilian has been recognized as the player to take over from the duopolists whenever they end their dominance.

The man that is destined to replace the aforementioned duo at the top could end up achieving his target this year. The attacker just had a great campaign, leading PSG to claim an amazing domestic double. He also bagged an incredible 27 goals and 16 assists in 28 appearances for the Parisians in all competitions during the campaign. He was superb in the big games, typically leading the Parisians to a 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League; a match in which he bagged an incredible goal and assisted another.

The Brazilian has a great chance of winning the Ballon d'Or this year due to his incredible performances the last term. The World Cup also serves as a great advantage for the attacker in his quest to become the best player in the world. Going into the tournament with an in-form Brazilian team made up of brilliant players like Roberto Firmino, Philippe Coutinho, Gabriel Jesus, Douglas Costa, and Marcelo will help in making the dream easier.

If Neymar succeeds in leading his nation to claim the highly-coveted trophy, nothing can stop him from ending the Messi-Ronaldo dominance this year.