Critics argue Ballon d'Or definition of greatness is too narrow
A recent analysis suggests the award's criteria favor attackers and European players, undermining its prestige.
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| Time | Chance of yes |
|---|---|
| now | 47% |
| 29 Oct, 05:22 UTC | 47% |
| 29 Oct, 04:35 UTC | 53% |
| 29 Oct, 01:02 UTC | 52% |
| 28 Oct, 20:44 UTC | 47% |
| 28 Oct, 16:32 UTC | 48% |
| 28 Oct, 04:42 UTC | 46% |
| 27 Oct, 22:44 UTC | 49% |
| 27 Oct, 16:22 UTC | 50% |
| 27 Oct, 13:48 UTC | 46% |
| 27 Oct, 12:15 UTC | 50% |
| 26 Oct, 11:03 UTC | 46% |
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- Super Ballon d'Or awarded — the market puts it at 47%, with $238 traded in the last 24 hours, closing 1 Jan 2030. The market resolves to Yes if an individual receives a Super Ballon d'Or award at any time before January 1, 2030. Otherwise, it resolves to No. Readers often mistake the deadline for the date of the award ceremony rather than the official awarding date.
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