Ballon d'Or 2026: Mbappé and Dembélé Respond, the French Duel Heats Up

Kylian Mbappé, with 25 goals in La Liga and 15 in the Champions League, positions himself as a contender for the Ballon d'Or 2026, while Ousmane Dembélé, Ballon d'Or 2025, emphasizes the importance of his hard work. The rivalry between the two attackers, friends and teammates in the French national team, has intensified following Mbappé's declaration of his status as 'the chosen one.' Dembélé, in response, highlights his hardworking trajectory, stating he has never been the chosen one but has built his recognition over the years.