Gianluigi Buffon

Find out the all-time ranking of the footballers who have been nominated most often for the individual award throughout history.

We take a look at which teams have provided the most players for the men’s ‘Ballon d'Or’ shortlists since the competition began.

We analyse historical data to determine whether a goalkeeper can realistically hope to win the ‘Ballon d'Or’. What are the odds? Is it a pipe dream or a reality?