Brazilian winger Raphinha, who plays for the famous Catalan club Barcelona, shared his thoughts on the 2025 Ballon d'Or award. According to him, what matters more than individual football awards is the kind of person you are.
— I believe the Ballon d'Or should be awarded based on real fairness. Who receives it doesn't depend on my personal opinion. Not every footballer can win this award. For me, the greatest achievement is to be the best person in the world at home — for my children, my family, and my loved ones, — Raphinha said in an interview with Sport.
According to him, his teammate Lamine Yamal may become one of the stars of world football in the future:
— Yamal truly has incredible talent. If he keeps working hard, he can become one of the best footballers in the world in the coming years. It's all up to him. He has the talent, and now what he needs is consistent hard work, — Raphinha emphasized.
For your information, Barcelona won the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa in the last season. This means that there are many players in the team worthy of the Ballon d'Or.
In any case, Raphinha’s focus on human values and personal growth is an inspiring approach that goes beyond the realm of sports.
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