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Ballon d’Or 2026: ‘It’s only fair that he wins it’ – Laporta names award winner

Barcelona President Joan Laporta has endorsed winger Lamine Yamal as a deserving candidate for this year’s Ballon d’Or.
Laporta highlighted the 19-year-old’s achievements, noting that he played a pivotal role in securing both La Liga and the World Cup during the past season. In a recent public appearance, Laporta asserted that Yamal merits the prestigious award over other contenders due to his significant contributions on the field.






