Benzema to get €‎1 million for Ballon d'Or win

Benzema made history. As well as winning his career first Ballon d'Or, the Frenchman broke another record. After Stanley Matthews in 1956, he became the second-oldest player to scoop the award.

In addition to winning this trophy, the French international a tidy pay check for being named the best player in the world.

According 'AS', Benzema will receive €‎1 million for winning the 2022 Ballon d'Or. The Madrid goalscorer had a clause in his contract which would give him access to the money if he won it.

The Madrid player reached this milestone after a spectacular year in the Real Madrid side.