Ballon d'Or Winner George Weah Faults False Reports of Award Sale to Elon Musk
- George Weah once again grabbed global attention with a powerful response, nearly three decades after his historic Ballon d’Or win
- Weah addressed speculation involving one of the world’s wealthiest men, while reaffirming the true value of his Ballon d'Or
- From dominating Serie A with AC Milan to earning global honours, Weah’s journey stands as a lasting source of inspiration
In February 2025, Liberian football icon George Weah rubbished widespread social media claims that Elon Musk, one of the world’s richest men, had tried to purchase his historic 1995 Ballon d’Or trophy.
The former AC Milan striker, still the only African player to have ever won the award, stressed that the honour would remain with his family forever.
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According to All Africa, the esteemed ex-footballer explained that even a billion-dollar offer would not tempt him, adding that the Ballon d’Or was earned through hard work and must be preserved for future generations.
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Amid the reports, the ex-Paris Saint-Germain forward, who often plays at the Bawaleshie Park in Accra these days, reiterated that the trophy is not for sale under any circumstances. He also made it clear that Elon Musk had never actually made such a bid.
Nearly 30 years on from lifting the Golden Ball, Weah’s stance highlighted how priceless the achievement remains, for himself, Liberia, Africa, and his family legacy.
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George Weah's football career and achievements
Aside from his Ballon d'Or success, George Weah’s football journey is filled with remarkable achievements. Rising from humble beginnings in Liberia, Weah’s talent first shone in Europe with AS Monaco under Arsène Wenger, where he won the French Cup in 1991.
His move to Paris Saint-Germain elevated his profile further, as he clinched the Ligue 1 title in 1994 and finished as the league’s top scorer the same season, according to Wikipedia records.
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The striker’s peak years came at AC Milan, where he became a Serie A legend. Weah helped the Rossoneri secure two league titles in 1996 and 1999, thrilling fans with his mix of strength, speed, and finesse.
His unforgettable solo goal against Verona in 1996, where he ran the length of the pitch to score, remains one of Serie A’s most iconic moments.
Later in his career, Weah enjoyed a short but impactful spell at Chelsea, winning the 1999 FA Cup, and also played briefly for Manchester City and Marseille.
On the international stage, Weah won the CAF African Footballer of the Year three times, was crowned FIFA World Player of the Year in 1995, and in 1999 was named African Player of the Century.
George Weah plays in Accra
In a previous article, YEN.com.gh reported that George Weah was seen taking part in a training football match in Accra, showcasing that the Liberian legend still enjoys being active on the pitch.
The former Ballon d’Or winner has frequently been spotted at the park playing football, alongside former Ghana internationals such as Sammy Kuffour, Agyeman Badu, Augustine Arhinful, and Mohammed Gargo.
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