36 years ago, Alfredo Di Stéfano won the Super Ballon d’Or.
On 24 December 1989, he became the only footballer in history to receive this trophy
On 24 December 1989, Alfredo Di Stéfano was awarded the Super Ballon d’Or. France Football paid tribute to the remarkable career of the Real Madrid legend, who prevailed in the final vote ahead of Cruyff and Platini. The French publication has only awarded this prize on one occasion, making Di Stéfano the only footballer to hold this honour.
Widely regarded as the greatest footballer of all time, Di Stéfano led the Real Madrid side that won the first five consecutive European Cups and made history wearing the famous white shirt. During his playing career, Di Stéfano also won the Ballon d’Or in 1957 and 1959.