Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid forward says this could be good year to win Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has expressed his belief that he is a strong contender for this year's Ballon d'Or. Despite his high scoring record, he faces competition from players like Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal.
Why it matters
The Ballon d'Or is the most prestigious individual award in football, and the discussion surrounding it reflects the current hierarchy of global sporting talent.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Kylian Mbappe has scored four goals in four games for Real Madrid this season
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe says this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time.
The 27-year-old scored 42 goals in 44 games for his club last season but they did not win any trophies.
He won the World Cup Golden Boot with 10 goals, taking his career tally at World Cups to a record 22 - although France finished fourth.
"I think when you play for Real Madrid, the best club in the world, people associate you with this award," he said.
"There are many people that speak about me and the Ballon d'Or. Of course I've made history in the most important competition. Maybe it's a good year for this but people can vote according to what they think."
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