Ballon d’Or: Mbappé Gains Ground… Is Next Year the One?

Kylian Mbappé, despite his disappointment as the unfortunate runner-up in the Qatar World Cup, where he finished as the top scorer with 8 goals, secured the 3rd place in the 2023 Ballon d’Or, his best ranking to date.

Kylian Mbappé won’t be the Ballon d’Or recipient this year, but the PSG player has reason to smile as he graces the prestigious award’s podium for the first time. This marks an improvement from his previous rankings in 2017 (7th), 2018 (4th), 2019 (6th), 2021 (9th), and 2022 (6th).

Mbappé clearly has his sights set on claiming the top spot in 2024, with the Champions League and the European Championship in his sights.

Moreover, he has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the third player to feature in the top 10 on six occasions in the 21st century, alongside Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. This level of consistency is exceptional for a player who is only 24 years old, showcasing his quality and steadiness throughout his young career.