Messi is the most prominent candidate, France Football »reveals the date of the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony

 France Football magazine has officially announced the date for the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, as well as the date for the announcement of the list of candidates for the award. The ceremony is set to take place on October 30, 2023, in the French capital, Paris. This news has been shared through the official Twitter account of the "Balloon d'Or" award.

The preliminary list for the Golden Ball award has been revealed, and it includes some of the biggest names in football. Lionel Messi, who led the Argentine national team to victory in the European Cup World 2022, is expected to be a strong contender for the award. Another player who is expected to compete strongly for the award is Manchester City star Arling Haaland, who had a remarkable season in the English Premier League as well as the Champions League.

The Ballon d'Or award is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of football. It is awarded to the best male football player in the world, as voted for by a panel of international journalists. The award has been presented annually since 1956, and it has been won by some of the greatest players in the history of the sport, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Michel Platini.

The announcement of the date for the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony has generated a lot of excitement among football fans around the world. The preliminary list of candidates for the award includes some of the biggest names in the sport, and it is sure to be a closely contested race. The Ballon d'Or award is a symbol of excellence in football, and winning it is a great honor for any player. We look forward to seeing who will be crowned the best male football player in the world in 2023.