Cristiano Ronaldo won two European titles this year. First, in May with his club REAL MADRID won the Champions League, in which competition was the top scorer with 16 goals. Then, in July with national team of Portugal, won the EURO 2016. For Portugal that was first European title.
Cristiano Ronaldo said: " It's a great honour after an INCREDIBLE SEASON ".
He scored a total of 54 goals in LaLiga, the Champions League and the European championship.
I think he deserve it the award.