Tue Dec 17 18:09:26 UTC 2024: ## FIFA to Announce “The Best” Football Awards on Tuesday

**Doha, Qatar –** FIFA will announce the winners of its prestigious “The Best” Football Awards on Tuesday during a live broadcast from Doha, Qatar. The awards recognize the top male and female players of 2024, considering both club and national team performances.

Among the nominees for the men’s award are Ballon d’Or winner Rodri and Vinicius Jr., a key player for Real Madrid who notably boycotted the Ballon d’Or ceremony after learning no Real Madrid player would receive the award.

In the women’s category, Ballon d’Or Féminin winner Aitana Bonmati is a strong contender following her club’s quadruple win and Spain’s Nations League victory. Surprisingly absent from the nominations is two-time winner Alexia Putellas.

This year’s awards also include the FIFA Puskás Award for the best men’s goal and the newly established FIFA Marta Award, named after the legendary Brazilian player, recognizing the best women’s goal.

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