Ballon d'Or becomes a media-driven election after Messi-Ronaldo era

The Ballon d'Or, once dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, is now subject to a more open voting process.

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The 15-year rivalry between the two players had turned the award into a media-driven verdict.

Selection criteria and social media influence are reshaping the trophy's legacy.

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