How many goalkeepers have won the Ballon d’Or?

The Ballon d’Or has long been the crown jewel of individual honors, shining brightest on attacking flair and goalscoring brilliance. Yet in a sport where defense often makes the difference, the goalkeeper tells a quieter story.

From diving saves to last-second heroics, they have shaped history with moments that define tournaments and championships. Still, their path to global recognition has rarely been as golden as the forwards and midfield maestros they protect.

This raises a question that lingers in soccer’s narrative: how often has the ultimate prize of the game fallen into the gloves of a goalkeeper? The answer is as rare as it is fascinating, offering a glimpse into how the sport values its last line of defense.

Has any goalkeeper won the Ballon d’Or?

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