Mon Oct 28 20:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Ballon d’Or 2024 Ceremony Set to Take Place in Paris
**Paris, France** – The world’s footballing eyes will be on Paris on October 29th as the 68th Ballon d’Or ceremony takes place at the Theatre du Chatelet. This year’s ceremony marks a significant shift, as the awards will be presented based on the performance of players and coaches throughout the 2023-2024 season, rather than the calendar year.
For the first time, two new categories will be awarded: Men’s Coach of the Year and Women’s Coach of the Year. UEFA will also co-organize the ceremony, though France Football will retain the voting system and brand name.
A long list of nominees has been released, featuring prominent names like Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, and Alexia Putellas, among others. The nominees for the new coach categories are also announced, with names like Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, and Emma Hayes making the cut.
Football fans in India can catch the ceremony live on Sony Sports Network and Sony Liv, starting at 1:15 AM IST. This year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony promises to be a momentous event, filled with anticipation and excitement as the best players and coaches in the world are recognized for their outstanding achievements.
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