Vinicius Junior, Ronaldo shine at 2024 Globe Soccer Awards

The winners of the prestigious 2024 Globe Soccer Awards were announced on Friday evening in Dubai, celebrating exceptional achievements in football over the past year.

Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior emerged as the standout star of the event, winning both the Best Player of the Year and Best Forward of the Year awards. These accolades further solidify his reputation as one of the finest football talents globally.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the Al Nassr captain and football legend, added to his illustrious career by clinching the Best Middle Eastern Player Award. Meanwhile, Barcelona’s teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal was honored as the Best Emerging Player of the Year, highlighting his rise as a promising star in the sport.

Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti earned the title of Best Coach of the Year, recognizing his leadership and success on the pitch.

Renowned football representative Jorge Mendes was awarded Best Football Agent, reinforcing his influence in shaping the careers of top players worldwide.

2024 Globe Soccer Award categories and winners

Alongside the standout men’s and women’s categories, here is a rundown of the other winners:

Best Men’s player (18 finalists): Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
Best Midfielder (11 nominees): Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
Best Forward (10 nominees): Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
Best Women’s player (12 finalists): Aitana Bonmati (Barcelona)
Best Men’s club (10 finalists): Real Madrid
Best Women’s club (4 finalists): Barcelona
Best Coach (7 finalists, all in men’s football): Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
Best Emerging player (7 finalists, all men): Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Best Agent (7 nominees): Jorge Mendes
Best Sporting Director (6 nominees): Piero Ausilio (Inter Milan)
Best Middle Eastern player (5 finalists): Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
Best Middle Eastern coach: Jorge Jesus (Al Hilal)
Best Middle Eastern club (4 finalists): Al Ain
Revelation award: Olympiacos
Maradona Award: Jude Bellingham