Mbappe's Shocker: Who He Backs for Ballon d'Or 2025!
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The Ballon d'Or race is heating up, and Kylian Mbappe has thrown a curveball! Instead of naming himself or a fellow Real Madrid star, he's backing Ousmane Dembele for the coveted prize. This comes ahead of Real Madrid's clash with Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final, adding extra spice to the competition.
Mbappe's Bold Choice: Dembele Deserves It!
Mbappe didn't mince words when asked about his Ballon d'Or pick. "Would I vote for Dembele [to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or]? Yes. I don’t think it needs much explaining," he stated. He acknowledged the buzz around Lamine Yamal but made it clear: Dembele has his vote.
Cristiano Ronaldo seems to agree with Mbappe. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner believes that winning the UEFA Champions League should be a major factor. Dembele's impressive performance with PSG, including 34 goals and a treble win, certainly strengthens his case.
African Star in the Mix? Hakimi's Chances Soar
But Dembele isn't the only name in the hat. Niger's coach, Badou Zaki, is championing Achraf Hakimi for the Ballon d'Or. Zaki highlights Hakimi's sensational season with PSG, praising his defensive strength and attacking prowess. He played a key role in PSG's Ligue 1 title, Coupe de France, and Champions League victory.
"Given Achraf Hakimi's performance over the last two seasons, the titles he has won, his consistency, his efficiency and the statistics he is currently displaying, there is no doubt that he will be named Ballon d'Or this year," said Zaki.
The Ballon d'Or winner will be announced in September, and the competition is fierce. Will it be Dembele, Hakimi, or another star who takes home the crown? Only time will tell!
Key Contenders for the Ballon d'Or 2025:
- Ousmane Dembele (PSG)
- Achraf Hakimi (PSG)
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
- Mohamed Salah
- Raphinha