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#4 Cristiano Ronaldo
The man needs no introduction. The great one refuses to bow out of a race in which he knows that he only stands an outside chance. Having won the Scudetto and the UEFA Nations League, Ronaldo knows that he is not one of the favourites to win it.
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However, what's a Ballon d'Or ceremony without Ronaldo standing on the podium? The former Real Madrid and Manchester United talisman has started off the new season on a decent note. He has scored 1 goal from 2 appearances for the Old Lady so far. But we all know that tally is going to get a lot better in the coming weeks.
At 34-years-old, he is still the most important player for his national side where he is now ably supported by some top talent in the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva among many. However, his exploits so far might not be enough to earn him a record 6th Ballon d'Or.
