Ballon d’Or: List of Nigerian footballers who have been shortlisted for award

Several Nigerian footballers have been nominated for the Ballon d'Or over the years. Finidi George was among the first, finishing 21st in 1995. Daniel Amokachi and Austin Okocha were also nominated in 1995. Nwankwo Kanu earned a nomination in 1996 and finished 11th, a notable achievement for a Nigerian player at the time.

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