Sevilla Coach García Critiques Raphinha's Ballon d'Or Snub
Sevilla manager Luis García expressed his discontent regarding the omission of Barcelona forward Raphinha from the 30-man nominees' shortlist for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, labeling the decision as “a joke.” García emphasized Raphinha's impact as a match winner, stating, “He does everything,” and expressed skepticism about the awards. Despite the snub, Raphinha has made a strong start to the current season, netting 14 goals across all competitions.
Last season, he contributed to Barcelona's success by winning both the LaLiga title and the Champions League.
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