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Ballon D’Or 2021: Six Surprise Players To Make Shortlist

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Football fans are anxiously waiting for France Football, the organizers of the Ballon D’Or award, to unveil the shortlist for this year.

However, there has been a lot of discourse as to who and who will be included.

The conversations have generally pointed to the fact that Paris Saint-Germain’s Lionel Messi will most likely win it for the seventh.

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But Messi is expected to be challenged by Robert Lewandowski of Bayern Munich and Chelsea’s duo of N’Golo Kante and Jorginho.

But what surprise names could we possibly see?

1. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): The Belgian playmaker is the kingpin of Pep Guardiola’s team that won the Premier League title in May. He has netted 12 goals, 11 assists this year and also lifted the Carabao Cup.

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2. Mohammed Salah (Liverpool): The prince of Egypt and the king of Liverpool, but Salah is hardly mentioned as a candidate for the Ballon D’Or. Let’s hope his 26 goals and five assists changes that this year.

3. Harry Kane (Tottenham): In 2021, Kane has scored an astonishing 32 times and provided five assists. Although he is out of sorts this season following England’s defeat in Euro 2020 final and his failed move to Manchester City, he is a top marksman any day.

4. Neymar (PSG): Neymar finished 16th the last time. But he could make an argument for himself with 14 goals, 14 assists. The Brazilian superstar also won the Coupe de France and Trophee des Champions.

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5. Erling Haaland (Borussia Dortmund): In the year in review, Haaland scored 41 goals and provided 13 assists for the Bundesliga club. The Norwegian prodigy also won the DFB-Pokal.

6. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint-Germain): The Italian stopper is widely regarded as one of the best in the world at the moment. In 2021, he has kept 20 clean sheets and made several fine saves as Italy won Euro 2020.

(DAILY POST)

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EPL: Rooney Names Team To Win Title

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Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title, after Manchester City dropped points against Everton.

City were held to a 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday night.

The result means Pep Guardiola’s men are now five points behind Arsenal, but they have one game in hand.

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Rooney believes the Gunners will beat West Ham this weekend and go on to be champions.

He said on BBC Sport: “No, I’m concerned for West Ham. I just think Arsenal are efficient and professional.

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“I just think they will win every game. So obviously, with the result tonight, that means they will win the league.”

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UCL, EPL: Petr Cech Advises Chelsea On How To Win Trophies

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Chelsea legend, Petr Cech, has advised his old club on how to win the UEFA Champions League or the English Premier League.

Chelsea are already out of the Premier League title race this season, and they are at risk of missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification for next season because they are currently not in the ninth position on the Premier League table.

Speaking to The Athletic about Chelsea, Cech said that the Blues need to change their philosophy of signing only young players if they want to win the Premier League or Champions League.

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According to the former goalkeeper, the Premier League west London club needs to add experienced players to mentor the young players in the squad.

“You have to look at what you want to achieve. You can have young, talented players, and you can win, but it’s very rare that you manage to do that,” he said.

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If you want to win every season and compete every season, that does not go together.

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You have to change your philosophy. Certain things don’t go together because, in order to win a Champions League or a Premier League… these are really tough competitions, and you have to be consistent.

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“You need to have a strong core of the team. And then you can bring young, talented players who will grow faster and then will be held by the experienced players to help navigate them through difficult times when they come.”

Currently, Chelsea have just one player, Tosin Adarabioyo, who is over 28 this season, and the defender has not been playing regularly.

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Enabulele Lauds Okpebholo’s Bold Reforms As Edo Sports Witnesses Revival

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for what he described as a bold and transformative approach to sports development.

Speaking on efforts to reposition sports in the state, Enabulele noted that with Okpebholo’s visionary leadership, the sector has witnessed renewed growth.

In a statement issued by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, the Edo Sports Commission boss attributed the progress to the governor’s strategic policies and sustained commitment to youth development, which he said have laid the foundation for a more structured and results-driven system.

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His Excellency has demonstrated clear vision and genuine commitment to sports development. The level of support we are receiving has significantly repositioned Edo as a competitive force in national sporting events,” he said.

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He explained that targeted investments in grassroots development are already producing results, with a growing number of young talents being identified and nurtured across multiple disciplines.

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We are deliberately building from the grassroots. A large percentage of our athletes today are homegrown, which speaks to the sustainability of our development model,” Enabulele added.

The Commission, he noted, is also shifting away from an over-reliance on football to a broader multi-sport focus.

Edo State, he said, is now recording improved performances in athletics, combat sports, and other emerging areas.

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Our goal is to strengthen all sports. The results are beginning to show across different disciplines, and this is only the start,” he said.

Enabulele further pointed to ongoing improvements in sports infrastructure and athlete welfare as critical factors in sustaining performance and encouraging wider participation among young people.

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We are building a system that will endure. With the continued support of the governor, Edo is on course to becoming a dominant force in sports at both national and international levels,” he stated.

He expressed confidence that the current momentum would translate into greater achievements for Edo athletes, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to excellence, discipline, and long-term development.

 

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