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Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi, has tipped one of the Spanish players to win the next Ballon d’Or award.
Mikel Obi recently began a podcast of his own and has been known for voicing his opinion about football-related topics.
The 2013 AFCON winner has now come out again to pick his favourite winner for the next Ballon d’Or award.
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Nigeria's Mikel Obi has reviewed the performances of Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal at the recently concluded Euro 2024 won by Spain.
Mikel Obi picks Rodri
Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, also known as Rodri, is the leading candidate for this year's award according to Mikel Obi, who believes that he is the greatest player in the world.
Mikel stated on his Obi One Podcast, “The best player I think for me, in my opinion in the world now is Rodri.”
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Rodri has been exceptional for both club and country, having helped Manchester City win the 2023-24 Premier League title
The Spanish international also played a key role for Spain as they defeated England to win the Euro 2024 competition.
Rodri is a serious contender for the Ballon d'Or because of his outstanding performances, which match the requirements for winning the award.
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The Spanish midfielder will be hoping to join the list of midfielders who have previously won the Ballon d’Or award.
The 2024 Ballon d'Or award ceremony is slated to take place at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France on Monday, October 28, 2024.
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