Antoine Griezmann snubs Erling Haaland and says Messi or Mbappe should win the Ballon d’Or for their FIFA World Cup masterclass

Erling Haaland is one of the favorites to win the Ballon D'or this year.

Antoine Griezmann snubs Erling Haaland and says Messi or Mbappe should win the Ballon d’Or for their FIFA World Cup masterclass

(R) Haaland (M) Messi and Griezmann (R) Mbappe and Griezmann (Source: Manchester Eveving News/ Dazn/ FIFA)

French footballer Antoine Griezmann has made headlines by expressing his view on this year’s Ballon d’Or award. He indicates that Lionel Messi or Kylian Mbappé should be the frontrunners for their FIFA World Cup masterclass performances. In his recent statement, Griezmann appeared to disregard the impressive season of Erling Haaland. He firmly asserted his belief in the candidacy of Messi and Mbappé and himself humorously.

When questioned about the potential Ballon d’Or contenders, Antoine Griezmann didn’t hesitate to state, “Messi or Mbappé should win it for their FIFA World Cup masterclass.” The French forward also candidly emphasized that he deserves recognition as a top contender for the award, stating, “You forgot that I am nominated too.” This declaration underscores Griezmann’s self-assuredness and the high regard he holds for his own footballing prowess.

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While he acknowledged the stellar performance of Erling Haaland throughout the season. Griezmann also hinted at the added significance of a World Cup year in the Ballon d’Or equation. The Qatar FIFA World Cup is poised to significantly influence the award’s outcome. Griezmann’s remarks have added an intriguing layer to the ongoing debate about who will ultimately claim this prestigious title.

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Griezmann’s bold remarks have sparked debates among fans and experts as they await the Ballon d’Or winner’s announcement. This prestigious award, a symbol of footballing excellence, continues to captivate the sporting world, promising an exciting competition this year.

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Nicolas Pepe and Arsenal’s love story comes to a bitter end

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Nicolas Pepe Arsenal (Source: Arsenal TV)

Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe appears to be on the verge of a transfer to Turkish club Trabzonspor. The Ivorian player, now in the final 10 months of his contract with the North London club, seems to be out of Mikel Arteta’s plans for the upcoming 2023/24 season. Pepe returned to the Emirates Stadium earlier this summer after spending the previous season on loan with OGC Nice in Ligue 1.

However, his absence from Arsenal’s pre-season squad for their American tour signaled his impending departure. In a social media post, Pepe was seen wearing a Trabzonspor shirt on a plane, strongly hinting at his exit from Arsenal. They will receive £3 million from the transfer fee, with an additional £7.2 million in wage savings resulting from his departure.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the move. He stated that Nicolas Pepe has agreed to a short-term contract with Trabzonspor. He will undergo his medical examination on Friday. This will mark the final steps in his transfer to the Turkish side.

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