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Zidane Snubs Cristiano Ronaldo, Maradona and Pele, Names Greatest Footballer of All Time
Sports2026 Ballon d'Or
Zinedine Zidane has backed Lionel Messi for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, calling him the greatest footballer ever to play the game.
Zidane praised Messi's ability to perform at the highest level at age 39, citing his 45 goals and 30 assists for Inter Miami and 8 World Cup goals.
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- Lionel Messi netted 8 World Cup goals
- Zidane would vote for Messi 100 times over for the 2026 Ballon d'Or
- Zidane believes Messi's performance at 39 is underappreciated
- Zidane dismisses Cristiano Ronaldo, Maradona, and Pele as the greatest footballer
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- 2026 Ballon d'Or winner announcement
Why It Matters
Recognition of the greatest footballer of all time
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- Sep 9Legit.ng (NG): Zinedine Zidane is backing Lionel Messi for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, calling him football’s GOAT after 45 goals and 30 assists for Inter Miami
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