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Roberto Carlos names Kylian Mbappe as his Ballon d’Or pick

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:45 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Roberto Carlos names Kylian Mbappe as his Ballon d’Or pick

Summary

Former Real Madrid defender Roberto Carlos expressed his preference for Kylian Mbappe to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or during an event in Portugal. Carlos, a 2002 World Cup winner, highlighted Mbappe as a strong candidate amidst competition from other players like Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane of Bayern Munich. He also praised Cristiano Ronaldo for his longevity in the sport. Carlos reflected on his career with Real Madrid's Galacticos, sharing insights on his experiences with notable teammates. He discussed his post-retirement journey as a Real Madrid ambassador, rather than pursuing a coaching career.

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•Roberto Carlos endorses Kylian Mbappe for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
•Carlos praised Cristiano Ronaldo's ongoing career and physical condition.
•The event took place in Portugal, where Carlos shared his career reflections.
•Carlos emphasized learning from teammates during the Galacticos era.
•He has taken on a role as a Real Madrid ambassador post-retirement.

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1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos unequivocal on his pick for Ballon d’Or: ‘Kylian Mbappe’

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Speaking at an event in Portugal, former Real Madrid defender, club legend and ambassador Roberto Carlos made his preference for the 2026 Ballon d’Or.The 2002 World Cup winner, widely regarded as on...
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