Ballon d'Or: Kylian Mbappé's Comments Spark Criticism in France and Spain

Kylian Mbappé sparked controversy by stating he had no rivals at his level last season and considered himself a favorite for the 2026 Ballon d'Or. His comments faced criticism in Spain, with media outlets like Sport and El Nacional accusing him of lacking humility and having an inflated ego. Despite a season without major titles for Real Madrid, Mbappé defended his offensive contributions and stated that the Champions League was his priority.