One of the most anticipated football awards, the FIFA Ballon d’Or is finally here. The three men shortlisted for the keenly- contested prize are Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. The Argentine playmaker who has won the award four times will be looking to clinch the 5th gong tonight, will current holder, Cristiano Ronaldo and 3-time winner level with Messi tonight? Or will Brazilian superstar, Neymar who made the 3-man shortlist for the first time end the dominance of Messi and Rivals?
Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar in 2015
Messi
Age
28
28
Teams
Barcelona, Argentina
Barcelona, Argentina
Goals
52
52
Assists
26
26
Honours Champions League, La Liga, Copa del Rey, Fifa World Club Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo
Age
30
30
Teams
Real Madrid, Portugal
Real Madrid, Portugal
Goals
57
57
Assists
17
17
Honours
None
None
Neymar
Age
23
23
Teams
Barcelona, Brazil
Barcelona, Brazil
Goals
46
46
Assists
17
17
Honours
Champions League, La Liga, Copa del Rey, Fifa World Club Cup
Champions League, La Liga, Copa del Rey, Fifa World Club Cup