Falcao: Dreamed of Ballon d’Or, but Messi and Ronaldo ruled

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·11 February 2026

Falcao: Dreamed of Ballon d’Or, but Messi and Ronaldo ruled

Radamel Falcao turned 40 and, in an interview with L’Équipe, reflected on his career, the trophies he won, and the most memorable moments during his time at FC Porto. The Colombian striker also admitted: «I dreamed of winning the Ballon d’Or, but I belong to the Messi and Ronaldo generation».

The player, who played for Atlético de Madrid, Monaco, Manchester United, and Chelsea, is ending his career at Millonarios FC in Bogotá, the club from his home country where he had never played as a senior. «Wearing this shirt was a childhood dream», said the Colombian international.

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Radamel Falcao has 104 appearances for the national team, with 36 goals scored. It is worth recalling that, during this transfer window, he was close to joining Estrela da Amadora.

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