Mourinho Says Mbappe Worthy of Ballon d'Or
- Ahead of the upcoming match against Malaga, Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho criticized the criteria for The Ballon, arguing the award should recognize legendary players rather than just tournament winners.
- Mourinho argued that The Ballon should honor legendary players like Ronaldinho, Ronaldo Nazario, Messi, and Zidane who are "missed for eternity," rejecting criteria that prioritize recent tournament wins.
- The Portuguese manager noted 12 players contend for the honor, claiming three or four play for his squad while specifically nodding to Kylian Mbappe.
- Mourinho confessed that the upcoming three-week break for international games worries him, citing concerns about player injuries during the period when teams are away.
- While he trusts Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti to communicate regarding player fitness, Mourinho admitted that coordinating with other national team coaches is complicated, relying on their professionalism and respect.
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Mbappe Worthy Of Ballon d'Or, Says Mourinho
The France captain is among the contenders for the Ballon d'Or after finishing last season as the top scorer in La Liga, the Champions League and the 2026 World Cup, despite failing to win a major trophy. The post Mbappe Worthy Of Ballon d’Or, Says Mourinho appeared first on Channels Television.
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