Mourinho Says Ballon d’Or Should Go to the Best Player, Not Trophy Winners

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José Mourinho says the Ballon d’Or should recognise footballers whose talent and influence will be remembered long after they retire. The Real Madrid manager named legends such as Diego Maradona, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Ronaldo Nazário and Zinedine Zidane. He argued that winning the UEFA Champions League or World Cup alone should not decide the individual award. Mourinho added that politics often affects the Ballon d’Or debate. His remarks come as players including Lamine Yamal, Rodri, Harry Kane and Ousmane Dembélé are linked with the 2026 award.

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