The eyes of the footballing world will be firmly fixed on London tonight as the Theatre des Lumieres hosts the most prestigious individual honour in the sport: the Ballon d'Or. The glittering ceremony promises a night of high drama and celebration, crowning the world's best male and female players.
How to Watch: Your Live Stream Guide
For fans in the United Kingdom eager to catch every moment of the red carpet arrivals and the award announcements, the ceremony will be broadcast live. Coverage is scheduled to begin at 19:30 BST this evening, Monday, October 28th.
Viewers can tune in live via the official L'Equipe YouTube channel, which will be streaming the event for a global audience. This provides a perfect, high-quality option for those looking to watch online.
The Main Contenders: Who Will Win?
The air is thick with anticipation for the men's award. Argentina's World Cup hero Lionel Messi is in the running to secure an unprecedented eighth Ballon d'Or, a testament to his enduring brilliance. However, he faces formidable competition from Manchester City's goal machine, Erling Haaland, whose record-breaking season was instrumental in securing a historic treble for his club.
In the women's category, the spotlight is on Spanish midfield maestro Aitana Bonmatí. Fresh from leading Spain to a triumphant World Cup victory and Barcelona to domestic glory, she is the overwhelming favourite to claim the prize and cement her status as the best player on the planet.
What Else to Expect Tonight
Beyond the main awards, the ceremony will honour the best young talent with the Kopa Trophy and the finest goalkeeper with the Yashin Trophy. The evening will also see the presentation of the brand-new Club of the Year award, recognising the most outstanding team performance across the previous season.
With a host of footballing legends, celebrities, and the game's current stars in attendance, the 2024 Ballon d'Or gala is set to be an unmissable spectacle.
