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Hansi Flick names Lamine Yamal a favorite for the Ballon d'Or

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Hansi Flick names Lamine Yamal a favorite for the Ballon d'Or
Summary

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick identified 19-year-old winger Lamine Yamal as a leading contender for the Ballon d'Or following the team's victory on Wednesday. Barcelona defeated Feyenoord 5-1 during their Champions League opening match, a game in which Yamal recorded a goal via a free-kick. Flick stated that the Spain international remains an exceptional player who produces performances unlike his peers. The awards ceremony is scheduled for October 26 in London. Yamal enters the field of nominees alongside Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Rodri, and Kylian Mbappé. The coach noted that the winger's consistency in every match makes him a deserving candidate for the individual honor.

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  • •Barcelona beat Feyenoord 5-1 in their Champions League opening fixture on Wednesday.
  • •Lamine Yamal scored a free-kick during the win against the Dutch side.
  • •The Ballon d'Or award ceremony takes place October 26 in London.
  • •Nominees for the award include Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Rodri, and Kylian Mbappé.
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  • 8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Barça coach Flick: Yamal deserves the Ballon d'Or
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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick believes his star winger Lamine Yamal is the clear favourite to win the Ballon d'Or as the planet's best male footballer. The ceremony is on October 26 in London where the Spain World Cup winner will be up against the likes of Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Rodri and Kylian Mbappé.

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