Mbappé’s nod to Redouane fuels Ballon d’Or rumours after Real’s win
A clip posted after Real Madrid’s 1‑2 win on the Camp Nou shows a smiling Kylian Mbappé, fresh from his double‑goal haul in the Clásico, chatting with comedian Redouane Bougheraba as the stadium emptied. The brief exchange, captured on camera, instantly sparked a frenzy on French social media.
Entre speculation and caution
In the footage, a blunt question is posed: “Demain tu l’as?” Mbappé replies with a simple nod, the captain of the Bleus. The gesture ignited the internet, with Yemenis and die‑hard fans interpreting it as an admission of an imminent Ballon d’Or triumph.
Yet the speculation remains tempered. Harry Kane, prolific at Bayern Munich, and Lamine Yamal, who recently lifted a youth title with Spain, are also listed among the heavyweight contenders for the award.
Pascal Ferré rejects Mbappé, says the Ballon d’Or must be earned
Organisers have tightened the protocol for years to prevent leaks. Former trophy official Pascal Ferré reminded listeners on RMC that since 2024 winners are not informed before the ceremony and are all treated equally, arriving in London unaware of when to raise their arms.
The video clues arrive as Real Madrid makes its official return to the ceremony after last year’s boycott. All eyes now turn to the London Palladium, where the final decision will be announced tonight.
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