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Yamal says he wants to be remembered as himself, not compared to Pelé or Messi

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal says he plays to make history but avoids comparisons with Pelé, Messi and other legends of the game.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 23, 2026 · 08:30 UTC

Yamal says his style of play is his best case for the Ballon d'Or

Lamine Yamal says his playing style is his strongest Ballon d'Or argument after winning La Liga and the World Cup this year.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 23, 2026 · 08:10 UTC

Šmicer backs Bayern Munich's Harry Kane for Ballon d'Or

Vladimír Šmicer says Bayern Munich's Harry Kane deserves to be Ballon d'Or favorite ahead of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 20:30 UTC

Yamal Makes Case for Ballon d'Or, Pointing to Style Over Goals

Lamine Yamal says his entertaining playing style and titles with Barcelona and Spain make him a leading Ballon d'Or candidate.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 16:12 UTC

Mbappé says he would dedicate Ballon d'Or to Africa if he wins

Kylian Mbappé tells RFI he would dedicate a first Ballon d'Or to Africa, thanking voters who make up 20% of the electorate.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 11:55 UTC

Bayern Expect Kane to Sign New Deal; Eberl Weighs In on Ballon d'Or Talk

Bayern Munich expect Harry Kane to extend his contract, and Max Eberl backs the striker amid Ballon d'Or debate after a 7-0 win over Union Berlin.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 09:30 UTC

Romero Backs Messi for Another Ballon d'Or: 'He Is Still the Best'

Cristian Romero says Lionel Messi remains the world's best player and should win the Ballon d'Or again after record MLS season and World Cup run.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 09:25 UTC

Raphinha backs Barcelona teammate Lamine Yamal for Ballon d'Or

Barcelona captain Raphinha says Lamine Yamal 'has to win' the Ballon d'Or, citing his statistics, trophies and key role for club and country.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 06:40 UTC

Nacho Backs Mourinho, Mbappe and Vinicius in Wide-Ranging Interview

Ex-Real Madrid captain Nacho Fernandez discusses Cristiano Ronaldo, Mourinho's return, his Ballon d'Or pick and Vinicius Jr.'s treatment by fans.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 06:20 UTC

Ferran Torres Thrives at PSG but Says Goodbye to Barcelona Was Hard

Ferran Torres has scored seven goals in six PSG games since leaving Barcelona and says the hardest part was the sudden nature of the move.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 06:20 UTC

Spain Boss De la Fuente Admits He Expected Rodri to Sign for Real Madrid

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente expected Rodri to join Real Madrid, discusses his Barcelona fit with Pedri and Spain's Ballon d'Or candidates.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 06:00 UTC

Mbappe campaigns again for Ballon d'Or ahead of vote

Kylian Mbappe renews his Ballon d'Or push, citing his scoring records and saying his competitive spirit would be hurt if he loses.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 22, 2026 · 06:00 UTC