Mon Oct 28 11:18:52 UTC 2024: ## Football’s Biggest Night: Ballon d’Or 2024 Ceremony Set for October 28th

The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony, recognizing the world’s best footballers, is set to take place on **Monday, October 28th** at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France. The ceremony will begin at **3:45 pm ET** for viewers in the US and **7:45 pm GMT** for those in the UK.

Fans around the globe can watch the prestigious event for free on **L’Equipe’s official YouTube channel**, with regional broadcasters also providing live coverage. In the United States, **Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo** will stream the event, alongside their extensive lineup of soccer competitions.

The Ballon d’Or awards recognize excellence across various categories, including:

* **Ballon d’Or:** Awarded to the best male player in the world, chosen by journalists from the top 100 footballing nations.
* **Ballon d’Or Feminin:** Recognizes the best female player, decided by a panel of 50 journalists from the top 50 nations.
* **Kopa Trophy:** Awarded to the best young player (under 21), decided by a jury of Ballon d’Or winners.
* **Yashin Trophy:** Presented to the best goalkeeper, chosen by a panel of 100 journalists.

Lionel Messi is the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, securing his eighth award after a stellar World Cup campaign. Aitana Bonmati took home the Ballon d’Or Feminin in 2023.

With a new generation of footballing stars vying for the coveted trophies, the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony promises to be a night filled with excitement, glamour, and the celebration of footballing excellence.

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