Mourinho says Ballon d’Or should reward individual greatness, not just UCL or World Cup wins
Football
Jose Mourinho has challenged the Ballon d’Or criteria, saying the award should recognise individual greatness rather than be awarded solely for winning the UCL or the World Cup.
The Real Madrid manager said several of his players belong among the world’s elite, and Kylian Mbappé has emerged as a leading contender after a remarkable 2025-26 season and an outstanding World Cup performance.