Lamine Yamal knew before the ceremony he wouldn't win the Ballon d'Or

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Lamine Yamal knew before the ceremony that he would not win the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with the trophy going to Harry Kane, according to Spanish media. The 19-year-old Barcelona star and his club had received advance information about the event, including that he would win the Kopa Trophy for a third time. Yamal's suspicion was reinforced upon seeing numerous Bayern Munich officials at the ceremony. Although visibly disappointed when Ronaldo announced Kane's name, Yamal quickly accepted the result and does not believe he was robbed. At 19, he is expected to have many future opportunities to win the award.


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