Ballon d'Or 2026: He deserves it - Beckham names award winner

Author: Don SilasPublished on: September 17, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Ballon d'Or 2026: He deserves it - Beckham names award winner

David Beckham named Lionel Messi, captain of Inter Miami, as the player who deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Beckham stated that Messi's performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup justify this recognition. Messi scored eight goals and provided four assists, helping Argentina reach the final, where they were defeated by Spain.

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