Ballon D'or Rodri Picks Lamine Yamal As Next Favourite For Ballon D'or

2024 Ballon D'or winner, Rodri has in a recent speech expressed confidence in the Barcelona young star, Lamine Yamal's potential to become an unchallengeable favourite for Ballon d'or in few years to come.

After a successful season last year, the Manchester defensive midfielder Rodri came ahead of Vinicius Jr, Bellingham and other 25 nominees to win the prestigious award last night, October 28 2024, in Paris.

After a relatively lengthy speech, Rodri acknowledged Yamal's exceptional performance for both club and country. He revealed that the Spanish player who won Kopa award last night will in few years to come be rated above every other player.

Rodri: “Lamine Yamal will win the
Ballon d’Or very soon, I’m convinced of it”.

“Keep it up, keep working hard, you’ll get there”.

Elated Lamine Yamal, after winning the Kopa award expressed belief in his potential. He also revealed how he is passionate about winning the Ballon d'or some days.

Lamine Yamal: "I hope to win a Ballon d’Or as soon as possible, yes".

"It's something I have in mind. I'm going all out to get it!".