Spain Coach Praises Yamal but Avoids Backing Him Alone for Ballon d'Or

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has praised Lamine Yamal as a player with the potential to become a football legend. However, he stopped short of naming the Barcelona winger as his sole choice for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. De la Fuente said he would describe Yamal as the best if he were the only Spanish player in contention. He added that other Spanish nominees also deserve respect, making it difficult to publicly endorse one player over the rest. Yamal has received support from teammates and rival players, with several describing him as one of the outstanding talents in world football. The debate over his Ballon d'Or chances is expected to continue as the award decision approaches.

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