2026 World Cup: France's elimination complicates Mbappé's Ballon d'Or race - Lebledparle

France lost 2-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, ending their title hopes. This elimination complicates Kylian Mbappé's chances for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, despite his strong performances throughout the tournament. Rivals like Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and Spanish players still in contention could gain an advantage by possibly winning the World Cup.