That leaves just one male winner in the history of the Ballon d'Or whose international allegiance was to a country outside Europe or South America: 1995 winner and proud Liberian George Weah.

ONE former Ballon d'Or winner has revealed the unusual team he grew up supporting, despite being raised in Liberia and playing for their rivals during his career. ©News Group Newspapers Limited ...

"It's my bad timing." Weah, from Liberia, became the first and as of 2025 only African player to win the award. Manchester ...

One of the best forwards to ever grace the field, Weah is a previous Footballer of the Year winner. He disclosed his love for Spurs in an on-stage interview at Monday night's Ballon d'Or awards ...

Weah, from Liberia, became the first and as of 2025 only African player to win the award. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri is the current Ballon d’Or holder, with this season’s prize ...

Weah, from Liberia, became the first and as of 2025 only African player to win the award. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri is the current Ballon d'Or holder, with this season's prize set ...

Weah, from Liberia, became the first and as of 2025 only African player to win the award. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri is the current Ballon d'Or holder, with this season's prize ...