Premier League players dominate award shortlist

England internationals Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are among 11 Premier League players shortlisted for this year’s Ballon d’Or.

Sun, 19 Oct, 2008 - 15:14

England internationals Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are among 11 Premier League players shortlisted for this year’s Ballon d’Or.

The trio are the only British representatives for the award alongside the likes of Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo – the clear favourite – and Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas.

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