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Real Madrid summer signing Franco Mastantuono has sent a message of congratulations the way of Barcelona counterpart Lamine Yamal.This of course comes fresh off the latter’s talents being
The Ballon d’Or always generates controversy around merit, legacy and criteria, and this year was no exception. With Barcelona’s 18-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal in the running, the ceremony in Paris was extra interesting for Spanish football fans to see if the youngster could make history.
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LaLiga president Javier Tebas raised eyebrows with his comments on the latest edition of the Ballon d’Or, where Barcelona’s young star Lamine Yamal finished second behind Ousmane Dembélé. According to Tebas,
Lamine Yamal won his second consecutive Kopa Trophy on Monday night, while at the same time finishing as runner up in the men's Ballon d'Or vote to Ousmane Dembele. This is not normal, of course. The kid is still only 18,
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Lamine Yamal shows grace after Ballon d’Or loss as he congratulates Ousmane Dembele in style – But father issues fiery four-word warning (VIDEO)
Beyond the official rankings, it was Yamal’s humility and sportsmanship that stole the headlines, while his father’s words after the event carried a different kind of weight.
Lamine Yamal's father has blasted Ballon d'Or bosses for overlooking his son and awarding the coveted prize toOusmane Dembele. The PSG winger claimed the accoladefor the first time after helping the French club secure Champions League glory last season.