For twenty-three years, France of football has been watching for a successor to Zinédine Zidane, Ballon d'Or 1998 and the last French winner of the greatest individual distinction that this sport can offer.
Years of famine that Karim Benzema wishes to end on Monday, the day of the awarding of the trophy on the stage of the Théâtre du Chatelet in Paris (8:30 p.m., live on the L'Équipe channel).
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Ballon d'Or: prize list, results, full ranking ...
The 33-year-old Madrilenian, who was convicted this week in the sextape affair (for which he appealed), has always aspired to win the cup and has great hopes this year, but must face up to sacred customers.
Like always.
Decryption of the candidacy of the striker of the Blues, who has solid arguments ... but does not tick all the boxes.
Staggering statistics in 2021
With 43 goals and 19 assists to his credit before facing Sevilla FC on Sunday night, the native of Bron has continued to shine this year, as evidenced by his recent outings with the France team.
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