Raphinha, CR7... Ballon d'Or snubs raise eyebrows; see reactions | OneFootball

The list of Ballon d'Or finalists was officially announced this Tuesday (8).

The most anticipated players, of course, made it into the list of 30 names.

But some major absences were also noticed and sparked reactions on social media.

Cristiano Ronaldo was once again left out, even though other representatives from the Saudi League, such as Quiñonez, appeared among the finalists.

Brazilian Raphinha was also left out, as were Barcola and Doué, Champions League winners with PSG.

Check out some reactions to the release of the list below and tell us in the comments who should take home the award:

Is he right now?

Fourth straight year that CR7 has not made the final list

He arrived with a lot of hype at the World Cup, but...

Unfairly left out or not?

People really didn’t like Vozinha being on the list of best goalkeepers

Cazé’s fault? 😅

Too much media hype around him?

Is it his turn?

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