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FIFA Ballon d'Or

The FIFA Ballon d'Or was an annual soccer award that recognized the world's best male player. It combined votes from journalists, national team coaches, and captains to select a player who demonstrated exceptional skill, performance, and impact during the year. The award aimed to honor the most outstanding footballer globally, celebrating individual excellence in the sport. The partnership between FIFA and France Football name was active from 2010 to 2015, after which the awards were split again into separate honors.