Italy and Real Madrid defender Fabio Cannavaro has officially been named European Footballer of the Year by France Football magazine.

A little over a week ago, Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon had stated Cannavaro would be the winner.

The award is based on voting by European football journalists.

Ronaldinho was last year's winner.

Today's Official Announcement - Cannavaro wins Euro player award - BBC Report (new window)


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19 November 2006 - Last Week's Announcement Cannavaro, Real Madrid and Italy Defender Wins European Footballer of the Year