Most Ballon d'Or awards
The current most ballon d'or awards record is 8 Ballon d'Or awards, held by Lionel Messi, set on October 30, 2023. Last checked October 9, 2026.
8
Ballon d'Or awards
Lionel Messi
- Holder
- Lionel Messi
- Record
- 8 Ballon d'Or awards
- Location
- Paris, France
- Date set
- October 30, 2023
- Recognized by
- France Football
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
Sources
- ESPN Ballon dor lionel messi beats erling haaland win award record eighth
- MLS Lionel messi wins record 8th ballon d or inter miami star s special night
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