Is Winning the Champions League Necessary for the Ballon d'Or?

Cristiano Ronaldo's Ballon d'Or: A Necessary Champions League Win? Spain-based sports journalist Josep🎙️ recently sparked debate on TikTok with his video questioning the long-held assumption that winning the Champions League is a prerequisite for winning the Ballon d'Or. He points to Lamine Yamal's stellar performance in the Champions League semifinals as a prime example. "Lamine Yamal was the standout player in the semifinals, yet his team lost," Josep explains. "This highlights that individual brilliance shouldn't be solely judged by team success." Josep also brings up the 2013 Ballon d'Or, won by Ribery, further challenging the conventional wisdom. His video has generated significant online discussion, prompting a fresh look at the criteria for football's most prestigious individual prize. The debate continues, but Josep's insightful perspective provides a valuable contribution to the conversation.