Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho criticizes the criteria used to decide the Ballon d’Or and also expresses support for Kylian Mbappé. The comments come during a press conference ahead of Real Madrid’s match against Malaga.
Forbes and Yahoo Sports both report that Mourinho directly challenges how the award’s criteria are applied, while highlighting Mbappé as a player he believes should be recognized. Both outlets frame the remarks as part of Mourinho’s public discussion of football awards rather than a response to a specific dispute or result. The coverage does not cite additional details on the specific criteria he criticizes beyond describing his overall stance.
Overall, the two sources align on what Mourinho says, the context—an upcoming league fixture against Malaga—and the fact that his comments include support for Mbappé in relation to the Ballon d’Or.
