Yamal Says Messi, Not Rodri, Was the Best Player at the 2026 World Cup
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Lamine Yamal believes Lionel Messi deserved to be named the best player at the 2026 World Cup ahead of Spain captain Rodri. Messi scored eight goals and provided four assists as Argentina reached the final, where Spain won 1-0 after extra time. FIFA awarded Rodri the Golden Ball for his midfield displays during Spain’s title-winning campaign, while Messi received the Silver Ball. Yamal said Messi’s performances at his age exceeded expectations. He added that the Ballon d’Or should go to the world’s best player, rather than being decided mainly by goals scored.
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