12/02/2008

Ballon d'Or

Today has been a very happy day for Portuguese star Critiano Ronaldo. After a tremendous 2007 season with the Red Devils, he was awarded the Ballon d'Or; the award that recognizes the most outstanding european footballer of the year. Not only was Cristiano Ronaldo given this award, but he got the highest point total - ever; 446 out of a possible 480. In second place was 21-year-old superstar Lionel Messi with 281 points. Lastly, in third place was Spain's superstar, Fernando Torres with 179 points.

The Ballon d'Or is presented by French soccer magazine, Frace Football. They have given the award every year since 1956 begining with Stanley Matthews of Blackpool. Blackpool FC is currently in the Championship League.

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