Ballon d'Or 2025: Former France coach names unexpected favorite.
19.08.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
19.08.2025
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Football expert and former French national team coach Raymond Domenech believes that the main contender for the 'Ballon d'Or' 2025 is Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi from Paris Saint-Germain. He thinks that Hakimi has shown stability and productivity this season, making him a favorite for this award over other candidates previously mentioned.
Raymond Domenech himself noted that Hakimi has not only been reliable in defense but has also scored important goals at various stages of the tournaments, highlighting his uniqueness among other players. Therefore, according to the expert, the Moroccan defender deserves to win in the loud and prestigious competition 'Ballon d'Or'.
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