1940 Pallone d'Oro

The 1940 Pallone d'Oro was the 11th annual ceremony of the Pallone d'Oro, presented by La Gazetta dello Sport, and recognising the best footballers in the world in 1939

The nominees for the ceremony were announced on December 12, 1939.

Brazilian player Leonidas becomes first player outside Europe to receive Pallone d'Oro.