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Ballon d'Or controversies: four 'victims'
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Kane, Mbappé and Lamine Yamal topped the Ballon d'Or podium as expected, but several other positions sparked controversy.
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UK timesStrong98 reports from 22 outlets. First reported by Fabrizio Romano, Sun 20:46. The 9 newest are listed here.
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- Diario AS
- Kicker
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- Voetbal International
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- Mundo Deportivo
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- Ballon d'Or controversies: four 'victims'Diario ASThis article
- Luis de la Fuente: "Lamine Yamal will win many Ballon d'OrsFabrizio Romano
- Luis de la Fuente: "Lamine Yamal will win many Ballon d'Ors. He just has to stay calm, he's a fantastic player".Fabrizio Romano
- Laporta: Lamine deserved Ballon d'Or but can win it next yearFabrizio Romano
- Teammate under suspicion: Why did Lamine Yamal finish only third?Kicker
4 more reports
- World Cup double and hat-trick heroics: The three Harry Kane performances which won the 2026 Ballon d'OrEvening Standard
- Lamine refuses to shake hands with influencer over attending with InésDiario AS
- Lamine Yamal lacked goals for the Ballon d'OrMundo Deportivo
- Ballon d'Or 2026: Lamine Yamal's disappointment as Harry Kane wins awardRMC Sport
