Melchie Dumornay Makes History as First Haitian Nominated for Ballon d’Or

Melchie Dumornay makes history as first Haitian nominated for Ballon d’Or

CAP-HAÏTIEN — Mirebalais native Melchie Daëlle “Corventina” Dumornay continues to achieve what once seemed unreachable for Haitian athletes on the global stage.  After winning the CONCACAF Player of the Year in 2024, Dumornay made history again on Aug. 7 by becoming the first Haitian ever nominated for the France Football Women’s Ballon d’Or, placing her among the top 30 players in the world this year. Dumornay wasn’t nominated last year despite…

How much money will Ballon d'Or 2025 winner take home?

Ballon d'Or is one of the most famous awards in football, and every player desires to lift it once in their career. But do they get cash prize too?

How much money the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner takes home

France Football has revealed the full list of nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, with Rodri as the reigning winner and Paris set to host a gala full of intrigue. We now know all the nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, which will seek a successor to Rodri. France Football officially announced the list of contenders for the end of September, when Paris will once again become the epicenter of the soccer world. Beyond the global recognition of liftin…