Ballon d'Or 2022: Complete Winners Revealed Across All Categories

The 2022 Ballon d'Or gala marked not just the 66th installment, but also represented a groundbreaking milestone as the prize was awarded based on performances during the European season rather than the traditional calendar year format.

The ceremony witnessed a debut victor in the men's category with Real Madrid and France striker Karim Benzema claiming the honor. The French international had an exceptional campaign and secured the most votes after leading Los Blancos to both La Liga and Champions League titles. Ex-Liverpool sensation Sadio Mané came in second place.

Alexia Putellas, representing Barcelona and Spain, claimed her consecutive Ballon d'Or Féminin trophy. She outperformed Women's Super League talents Beth Mead and Sam Kerr for the accolade, netting 34 goals across 42 matches in all tournaments. Her season included capturing three titles: the Primera División, Copa de la Reina, and Supercopa de España.

Below is the complete roster of champions from the 2022 Ballon d'Or celebration.

2022 Ballon d'Or Results: Champions and Contenders

Men's Ballon d'Or 2022 Champion

Women's Ballon d'Or 2022 Champion

Yashin Trophy 2022 Champion

Kopa Trophy 2022 Champion

Gerd Müller Trophy 2022 Champion

Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich, Poland) secured the 2022 honor.

Club of the Year 2022 Champion

Manchester City claimed the Men's Club of the Year recognition. This year's distinction went to the organization with the highest number of Ballon d'Or and Ballon d'Or Féminin nominees.

Sócrates Award 2022 Champion

Sadio Mané received the inaugural Sócrates Award, a recognition celebrating outstanding humanitarian contributions by a football player.