Lamine Yamal knew he wouldn't win Ballon d'Or before ceremony, Spanish media claim

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Spanish media report that Lamine Yamal knew before the ceremony began that he would not win the Ballon d'Or, having already accepted the trophy would go to Harry Kane. The Barcelona star and his club had obtained advance information about the evening's proceedings, according to Sport. Yamal, 19, knew he would win the Kopa Trophy for a third time, and his suspicions were reinforced upon arrival when he saw the large number of Bayern Munich officials present. Although Yamal appeared disappointed when Ronaldo announced Kane's name, Catalan media say he quickly accepted the English striker's victory and does not feel robbed. At 19, he will have many future opportunities to win the award.


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