Ballond’Or: RHUL Men’s Football Discuss Who They Feel Should Have Won
Cristiano Ronaldo
What a blockbuster year 2013 was for CR7! The fact his Real Madrid side had a trophy-less campaign is of even greater credit to his stellar performances and standout solo contributions for club and country.
The highly coveted accolade of FIFA Ballon d'Or is an individual award and, one against one, nobody comes close to the Madeira-born celebrity. His staggering statistics for the 11 months prior to the closing date for voting are absolutely astounding! Ronaldo struck 67 goals in 56 appearances – somehow bettering his total tally of 63 in 2012.
All is placed into perspective when fellow contenders Ribéry and Messi managed to net 64 between them! A magnificent term culminated with the talisman's titanic triple in the 2nd half of that World Cup play-off 2nd leg against Swe...