Czech Coach Santi Denia Backs Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or
Santi Denia, the head coach of the Czech Republic national football team, has declared Spain winger Lamine Yamal as the "Ballon d’Or winner, without a doubt." This statement was made following a Nations League match where Spain defeated the Czech Republic. Denia emphasized Yamal's significant influence on the game, stating, “It doesn’t matter that he’s 19; he’s a game-changer, a World Cup winner.” He noted that fans attend matches specifically to see Yamal play, highlighting the excitement he brings to the sport.
Lamine Yamal is among the 30 players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, with the winner set to be announced later this month in London.
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