Simeone endorses Messi for Ballon d'Or after World Cup triumph
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:51 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Atlético de Madrid head coach Diego Simeone voiced his strong support for Lionel Messi as the favored candidate for the Ballon d'Or. Following Messi's World Cup victory, Simeone emphasized that Messi’s achievements and continued excellence make him the clear choice. Other contenders in the discussion include Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, and Harry Kane. Simeone's endorsement adds significant weight to the ongoing debate regarding the award, which is highly regarded in the football world.
- •Simeone names Messi as his top Ballon d'Or pick.
- •Messi's World Cup win solidifies his candidacy.
- •Other contenders include Mbappé, Yamal, and Kane.
- •Simeone's support strengthens Messi's case in the debate.
- 4:51 PMYahoo Sports — 👊 Simeone: Who should win the Ballon d'Or? Messi, no doubt
"Atlético de Madrid head coach Diego Simeone once again expressed his deep admiration for Lionel Messi when asked who should receive the highest individual award in world football. The weight of the W...
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