Russo and Greenwood nominated for Ballon d'Or
England stars Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood are among 30 players nominated for the women's Ballon d'Or.
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Aitana Bonmati is a Barcelona midfielder who has won the Ballon d'Or multiple times.
Alessia Russo is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for the England women's national team.
Current captain of Manchester City and former player for Manchester United.
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and renowned midfielder who left Barcelona to join London City Lionesses.
Caroline Weir is a Scottish midfielder who joined Lyon from Real Madrid.
Khadija Shaw is a professional footballer recognized for her performances in women's football.
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England stars Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood are among 30 players nominated for the women's Ballon d'Or.
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