The “rigged” Ballon d’Or! A player starts a controversy

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By: Manu Tournoux

The “rigged” Ballon d’Or! A player starts a controversy

The coronation of Lionel Messi at the France Football Ballon d’Or ceremony generated strong reactions in the world of football.

It was at the Théâtre du Châtelet, this Monday evening, that Lionel Messi won the most prestigious distinction for the 8th time in his career. Crowned France Football Ballon d’Or, the native of Rosario beat Erling Haaland and his former teammate at Paris Saint-Germain, Kylian Mbappé.

If some consultants welcomed Lionel Messi’s victory, like Johan Micoud, other observers did not hesitate to cry injustice. Including in the big family of professional footballers. Jaouan Hadjam, young defender of FC Nantes, completely let loose in comments relayed in a tweet from the La Vague Verte account, which subsequently deleted his post.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu 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, Manu's 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, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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