Top 19 players with the highest votes in the 2016 Ballon d'Or voting by France Football

Last season, Suarez excelled by winning the European Golden Shoe. With his exceptional goal-scoring ability, he constantly applies pressure on opposing defenses, forming part of the deadly attacking trio with Messi and Neymar, arguably the most feared front line in the world.

Ranked 5th in the list, Neymar is one of Barcelona's key forwards and the leader of Brazil's national team. He is undeniably one of the top players in the world right now.

Gareth Bale helped lead Real Madrid to a Champions League victory and guided Wales to the Euro 2016 semifinals in their first ever appearance. He ranked 6th in the 2016 Ballon d'Or voting.

Riyad Mahrez, alongside Jamie Vardy, played a pivotal role in Leicester City's fairy-tale season, helping the underdogs dethrone the Premier League giants to claim the title in the last campaign.

Jamie Vardy was Leicester City's star striker, forming a lethal partnership with Riyad Mahrez. His sharp goal-scoring instincts helped secure crucial goals on the way to Leicester's incredible Premier League title win.

Pepe and Gianluigi Buffon both received equal votes, ranking 9th. Pepe enjoyed a successful year, winning the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and Euro 2016 alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, while also aiming for victory in the FIFA Club World Cup in Japan.

At 38 years old, Gianluigi Buffon remains as sharp as ever. In the previous season, he helped Juventus secure their 5th consecutive Serie A title, while also setting a new record for the longest streak of clean sheets in Juventus history, with 10 matches in a row.

Borussia Dortmund's forward, Aubameyang, ranked 11th after a stellar season where he scored 31 goals and earned the title of "Bundesliga Player of the Year."

Rui Patricio surprised many by securing 12th place in the Ballon d'Or voting, earning 6 points. The Portuguese goalkeeper played a key role in securing Euro 2016 for his national team, providing a solid foundation in defense throughout the tournament.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic finished 13th in the Ballon d'Or voting, scoring 27 goals for PSG between January and May. His contributions helped the club dominate Ligue 1 and secure both the French Cup and the League Cup.

World's most expensive player, Paul Pogba, placed 14th in the rankings. Last season, he helped Juventus win Serie A and the Coppa Italia, and then played a significant role as France reached the Euro 2016 final, though they were defeated by Portugal in extra time.

Bayern Munich's midfielder Arturo Vidal, who received the same number of votes as Paul Pogba, also ranked 14th. The former Juventus player had an impressive season, known for his dynamic playstyle and technical skill, making him one of the top midfielders in the world.

Robert Lewandowski ranked 16th in the Ballon d'Or voting. The Bayern Munich striker was the team's top scorer, contributing greatly to their success. However, his performance with the Polish national team during Euro 2016 was less impressive.

Toni Kroos of Real Madrid ranked 17th in the Ballon d'Or standings. A familiar name to fans, the German midfielder is known for his excellent technical abilities and his key role in maintaining balance in midfield, contributing significantly to Real Madrid's success last season.

Dimitri Payet earned a point in the Ballon d'Or voting, ranking alongside Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in 17th place. He has been a standout performer for West Ham and is a key figure in the French national team, with high expectations placed on him.

Luka Modric, who shares the 17th spot with Toni Kroos, has been a crucial part of Real Madrid’s midfield alongside Kroos. The Croatian has been consistent in all of Real's major fixtures, making vital contributions to their success.

2016 was a landmark year for Cristiano Ronaldo, as he helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and secured the Champions League title with Real Madrid. Over 110 appearances across all competitions, Ronaldo netted an impressive 102 goals. This achievement brought him closer to Lionel Messi, narrowing the gap in their rivalry for the prestigious "Best Player of the Year" award.

Right behind CR7 is Argentina's star Lionel Messi. When it comes to total goal involvement, including assists and goals, Messi remains the best in the world. Despite missing three matches due to injury, his performance remained exceptional. Not only is he a prolific scorer, but he's also one of the top assist providers globally. However, when considering achievements at both the international and club levels, Messi falls short compared to Ronaldo, with only a La Liga title to his name in 2016. This may explain why Messi ranks second in the Ballon d'Or standings.

French forward Antoine Griezmann takes the third spot in the Ballon d'Or rankings. 2016 was a year of success mixed with disappointment for him. He reached the finals of both Euro 2016 with France and the Champions League with Atletico Madrid, only to be defeated by Ronaldo's teams on both occasions. Despite these setbacks, Griezmann's talent is undeniable, and his future remains bright with many more successes ahead.