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Bayern's Max Eberl criticizes Mbappe's Ballon d'Or campaign claims

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:05 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Bayern's Max Eberl criticizes Mbappe's Ballon d'Or campaign claims

Summary

Bayern Munich director Max Eberl commented on Kylian Mbappe's recent remarks regarding the Ballon d'Or, stating that top players do not need external validation to win awards. Eberl's comments follow a media conflict ignited by Mbappe's interview, which sparked backing from Real Madrid. Lamine Yamal of Barcelona also joined the conversation, asserting his own claims for the accolade. This discourse has shifted focus mainly to Mbappe and Yamal, sidelining other contenders. The conversation continues as the Ballon d'Or award approaches.

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By the Numbers

•Max Eberl criticized Mbappe's need for media support regarding the Ballon d'Or.
•Mbappe claimed he should be the winner based on his performance last season.
•Lamine Yamal of Barcelona also asserted his candidacy for the award.
•The media war has created a focus on Mbappe and Yamal, leaving other contenders out.
•Bayern has strong nominees in Harry Kane and Michael Olise for the Ballon d'Or.

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4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Bayern director fires shots at Kylian Mbappe over Ballon d’Or claims: ‘The best players are those who don’t need a campaign’

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Kylian Mbappe’s statements on the Ballon d’Or were the trigger for a massive chain reaction and media war between Barcelona and Real Madrid.The Frenchman opened up in an interview where he spoke a...
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