Bulykin: "The Ballon d'Or" is the "Oscar" award of football

Former Bayer team striker Dmitry Bulykin called the Ballon d'Or award the "Oscar" of the football world. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

The footballer revealed this in an interview with the publication Euro-Football.Ru. According to Bulykin, no one knows exactly what criteria the Ballon d'Or award is based on.

If Yamal were to receive this award, many would naturally question it again. Most importantly, this award is considered the most prestigious in the football world.

Many footballers regret not having won this prize at the peak of their careers. He described this award as excellent promotion for football and a top-level event.

The event gathers the most famous football stars and takes place in a good atmosphere. Therefore, calling the Ballon d'Or the "Oscar" of football is appropriate, said Bulykin.

The Ballon d'Or award ceremony will be held today, September 22, in Paris. The event will be broadcast live on the Okko online cinema at 22:00 Moscow time.

Information about who will receive the 2025 Ballon d'Or award, where to watch it, and the start time will be announced on the same day.