Ballon D'or

Kylian Mbappe has broken his silence over the decision to award Rodri the Ballon d'Or over Vinicius Jr, who for many was the overwhelming favourite last year. The Ballon d'Or is given to the best player over the calendar year, as voted for by journalists and publications from around the world, with Lionel Messi winning a record eight gongs. Though it is meant to celebrate one player's exploits over 12 months, it often ends up being awarded to a player who has excelled themselves at at least one major tournament....read