From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo, here is a look at five male players with the most Ballon d’Or awards. The honourable list features the likes of Michel Platini, Johan Cruyff and Marco van Basten who won the prestigious award on multiple occasions.

From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo, 5 male players with most Ballon d’Or awards

Sports | Photos: From Marco van Basten to Owen Hargreaves, some of the great footballers had to drop the curtains on their illustrious career early due to injuries. 

From Marco van Basten to Owen Hargreaves 8 iconic football careers that ended early due to injuries

Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo: Football superstars with most Ballon d'Or awards

'Those who say Ronaldo is better than Messi...' - Van Basten feels there's clear winner between the two

The 34-year-old Ibrahimovic, who has scored 62 goals for Sweden, failed to make an impact in his team's 1-1 draw with Ireland

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From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo, 5 male players with most Ballon d’Or awards

From Marco van Basten to Owen Hargreaves 8 iconic football careers that ended early due to injuries

Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo: Football superstars with most Ballon d'Or awards

'Those who say Ronaldo is better than Messi...' - Van Basten feels there's clear winner between the two

Italy can overcome Ibrahimovic threat to beat Sweden - De Rossi