George Manneh Weah, the former Liberian president and celebrated soccer legend, is set to present the 2024 Ballon d’Or award today in Paris. This annual ceremony, held at the iconic Théâtre du Châtelet, honors the finest football talent worldwide, revealing this year’s best male and female players.
Weah, who in 1995 became the first and only African to win the Ballon d’Or, has long stood as a symbol of African excellence in sports. His participation in this event marks his continued influence in the world of football and serves as a tribute to his pioneering legacy. For fans across Africa and beyond, his presence on the Ballon d’Or stage is a reminder of the heights that African athletes can reach.
With contenders like Vinicius Junior and Rodri among the favorites for the men’s award, anticipation is building. But more than an award show, this year’s Ballon d’Or reflects on George Weah’s extraordinary journey—from football legend to Liberian president—reminding the world of the power of sports to inspire, connect, and transform lives.
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