Frenchman Kylian Mbappé, the star of Real Madrid, spoke with great confidence about his chances of competing for the Ballon d'Or award, emphasizing that his individual performance throughout the year gives him strong reasons to dream of winning the prestigious award.
Mbappé explained that what he has achieved on a personal level represents one of the most prominent factors that make him aspire to win the award, saying: "I have had a great year on an individual level, and I know that this is the most important criterion for winning the Ballon d'Or."
The French star added: "I was the top scorer in all competitions. I think this can be a good year for me, and I feel it deep down," in a clear indication of his confidence in what he has achieved throughout the year.
Mbappé did not hide the extent of his desire to win the award, stressing that losing it would be a disappointment for him, and said: "I will be disappointed if I don't win it. When a competitor doesn't win, they feel disappointed. My competitive spirit will be hurt."
The statements of the French national team captain reflect the extent of his ambition towards the Ballon d'Or, especially with his reliance on his individual numbers and topping the scorers' list in various competitions as one of the most prominent elements of his file in the race for the award.
Mbappé, along with the rest of the nominees, awaits the moment the Ballon d'Or winner is announced, amidst strong competition for the award, which represents one of the biggest individual dreams in the careers of football stars.