Cristiano Ronaldo crowns himself 'best player in history' after fifth Ballon d'Or, The Independent
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The 32-year-old picked up the award in a glitzy Eiffel Tower ceremony on Thursday
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Cristiano Ronaldo wins 5th Ballon d'Or award as best player