Monchi Would Give Ballon d'Or to Lamine Yamal

During the presentation of the V Reyes Cup in Sevilla, Monchi declared he would give the Ballon d'Or 2026 to FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal. The statement immediately generated controversy among Espanyol supporters. somethingsdifferent.biz

Hours later, appearing on the 'El Larguero' radio program, Monchi apologized for his comments when asked again about his preference, clarifying that he had intended to show his Spanish pride.