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Monchi Would Give Ballon d'Or to Lamine Yamal

Published September 29, 2026 · Updated September 29, 2026 · Mundo Deportivo

RCD Espanyol's sporting director Monchi created controversy by declaring he would give the 2026 Ballon d'Or to FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal during the V Reyes Cup presentation in Sevilla.

Monchi's comments during the V Reyes Cup presentation in Sevilla have sparked significant controversy among Espanyol supporters. The director later apologized on the radio program 'El Larguero' (SER) when host Manu Carreño pressed him again on his choice for the prestigious award.

Yamal, a young winger for FC Barcelona, has been making headlines with his impressive performances. Monchi's initial statement about giving him the 2026 Ballon d'Or has generated debate among football fans, with Espanyol supporters particularly upset given the rivalry between the two Catalan clubs. newsbetting.bond

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