Ballon d’Or, Guardiola gets everyone in agreement

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Ballon d'Or, Guardiola gets everyone in agreement

The Manchester City manager was asked on Friday about the Ballon d’Or, the winner of which will be known on October 30. Pep Guardiola’s response won’t offend many people.

In ten days, the 2023 Ballon d’Or will be known. The ceremony scheduled at the ThĂ©Ăątre du ChĂątelet in Paris will unveil the successor to Frenchman Karim Benzema. Three footballers are favored by specialists: Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian MbappĂ©. Pep Guardiola indicated his favorite with a touch of humor.

“ I have always said that the Ballon d’Or should be organized into two categories, one for Messi, and then we look at the others. So Haaland should win. Both deserve it, so what can I say? »launched the Manchester City eating plan on Friday at a press conference.

Messi, 8 and that’s enough

The Norwegian Erling Haaland, author of the hat-trick last season with the Cityzens, English Championship-FA Cup-Champions League, had scored 53 goals in 52 matches, in all competitions, with the Mancunian club.

The Spanish coach had under his command the Argentinian Lionel Messi, 2022 world champion and seven-time winner of the Ballon d’Or, when he coached FC Barcelona between 2008 and 2012.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.