Who will succeed Lionel Messi in the Ballon d’Or? It seems unlikely that it will be another South American. Brazilian Vinicius Jr. could have claimed the award, but his summer has been a letdown. And that’s what the organizer of the competition says.
A two-way battle for the Ballon d’Or?
Dave Apadoo, a journalist from France Football, has in fact stated that for “Vinicius Jr, his Copa America handicapped him.” While he was the main favorite after the end of the club season, he now finds himself lagging behind. And he no longer has the opportunity to catch up, since he will not participate in the Paris Olympics. Sad news for him and also for Karim Benzema, who saw him crowned this year.
So who is best placed to be crowned on October 28? Apadoo continues: “Rodri came out as the strong man of the Euro. That can leave a lasting impression. And Bellingham was there in the big moments.” The journalist nevertheless recognizes that it is “very open this year.” “There was no individual over-domination like Benzema at the time. We are in a year where there are arguments for 3 or 4 players or more,” he added.
Carvajal, the surprise winner?
Three or four players means that a surprise guest can win the jackpot. The Spaniard Dani Carvajal has the profile. And this is confirmed by the other editor of FF, Olivier Brossard.
“Of course he will be there, just in terms of his record.”he said.
