Yamal's Case for Ballon d'Or

There is a practically incontestable argument for awarding the Ballon d'Or to Lamine Yamal: he has won collective duels against all his rivals for the award this season. The Ballon d'Or is an individual award in a collective context that cannot be separated from team achievements. solvita.blog

Unlike the Golden Boot, which would likely go to Kane, the Ballon d'Or recognizes the best player in the world during a specific period. Major titles—Leagues, Champions League, and World Cup—should weigh heavily, along with individual contributions to the collective effort.