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Unai Simón delivers acclaimed speech after winning Ballon d'Or goalkeeper award
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Athletic Club and Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón delivered a standout speech after winning the Ballon d'Or award for best goalkeeper.
Unai Simón received widespread acclaim for his speech at the Ballon d'Or ceremony after winning the award for best goalkeeper. The Athletic Club and Spain shot-stopper's remarks were praised as one of the finest moments in the award ceremony's history, with observers describing his words as impeccable and sublime.
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UK timesStrong9 reports from 5 outlets. First reported by Mundo Deportivo, Mon 07:30.
- Fabrizio Romano
- Diario AS
- Voetbal International
- Mundo Deportivo
- Ben Jacobs
- Unai Simón delivers acclaimed speech after winning Ballon d'Or goalkeeper awardDiario ASThis article
- Unai Simón wins Ballon d'Or as world's best goalkeeperMundo Deportivo
- OFFICIAL: Unai Simón wins Best Goalkeeper Award at 2026 Ballon d'OrFabrizio Romano
- OFFICIAL: Unai Simón wins Best Goalkeeper Award at 2026 Ballon d'OrFabrizio Romano
- Unai Simón wins Yashin Trophy after excellent World CupVoetbal International
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