Spain's Football Chief Backs Lamine Yamal for Ballon d'Or

Spain's RFEF President Rubiales Names Lamine Yamal as His Ballon d'Or Choice In a surprise announcement, Luis Rubiales, president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), has declared his unwavering support for Lamine Yamal in the upcoming Ballon d'Or race. The statement, made during an exclusive interview with El Chiringuito TV, immediately sparked widespread interest in the young footballer. "Lamine is responding marvelously in every sense," Rubiales stated, "but above all, his creativity is extraordinary. Every action he performs is a new expectation." Rubiales's comments highlight Yamal's talent and potential to become a global star. His endorsement comes at a time when Spain is celebrating successes in both men's and women's football, further emphasizing the significance of this statement. The interview also touched upon Spain's upcoming Nations League final against Portugal. Rubiales expressed confidence in Spain's chances, stating, "Spain is in a position to win again." This positive outlook reflects the overall upbeat sentiment surrounding Spanish football at the moment. Rubiales's endorsement of Lamine Yamal is a significant boost to the young player's profile and adds another layer of intrigue to the Ballon d'Or race.