Ronaldo's Bold Ballon d'Or Claim

Despite winning the Premier League and Champions League, scoring 42 goals in 49 matches, and claiming both the European Golden Boot and top scorer honors in both competitions, Ronaldo's assertion that he was "the best and most consistent" player felt uncomfortable in a team sport. betsport.cv

The young Portuguese striker's claim for the individual award came after a season where his numbers were overwhelming, yet his self-proclamation of deserving football's highest individual honor in what is essentially a team sport created controversy.