Rivaldo names five contenders for the Ballon d’Or

Former Brazil and Barcelona footballer Rivaldo has named five players he believes are contenders for this year’s Ballon d’Or.

Speaking to journalists, the 1999 Ballon d’Or winner shared his expectations ahead of the ceremony, which will take place on Monday, 26 October.

The prestigious individual award was won last year by France and PSG forward Ousmane Dembele.