THE JINX OF BALLON D'OR

Since the inception of the Ballon d'Or in 1956 to recognise Europe and then later on the Worlds most oustanding player each year.Of the 14 players in possession of the prize heading into a World Cup none have achieved ultimate success on the global stage.

THE JINX

• JOHANN CRUFF:winner in 1973,Failed to beat West Germany in the 1974 WC Final
• LIONEL MESSI:winner  in 2009,Failed to beat Germany in the 2010 WC Quarterfinals
• ROBERTO BAGGIO:winner in 1993,Failed  to beat Brazil in the 1994 WC Final
• GIANNA RIVERA:winner in 1969,Failed to beat Brazil in 1970 WC Final
• KARL HEINZ RUMENIGGE:winner in 1981 Failed to beat Italy in 1982 WC Final
• RONALDO:winner in 1997,Failed to beat france in the 1998 WC Final

Cristiano Ronaldo was  awarded last years Balon d'Or for his remarkable performances.Now will he be the first one to break this Jinx or will he fell prey to this Jinx like all others before lets wait and see