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  With only hours remaining before the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner is officially named, speculation is running wild and tensions are rising across the football world. Over the weekend, a supposed “final ranking” list surfaced online, claiming to expose the top positions. The viral leak placed Barcelona winger Raphinha in first place, with Ousmane Dembélé and rising star Lamine Yamal following closely behind. The rumored top ten also included several big names from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, sparking fierce conversations among fans and analysts. But French media insiders were quick to challenge the document’s credibility. One well-known journalist, posting on X, dismissed the list as “baseless guesswork,” emphasizing that the true result will remain confidential until the envelope is opened in Paris. The reporter also warned that spreading such leaks undermines the Ballon d’Or’s reputation and unnecessarily stirs emotions among supporters. As excitement builds, uncertainty rem...

  Real Madrid kicked off their Champions League campaign with a thrilling victory over Marseille at the Santiago Bernabéu, but the celebrations were muted behind the scenes. Head coach Xabi Alonso, still fresh in his new role, reportedly took a firm stance after the match, directing strong words toward one of his key players, Federico Valverde. Valverde, often praised as the tireless engine of Madrid’s midfield, has not looked his usual self this season. His display against Marseille added to growing concerns, with the Uruguayan struggling to find the sharpness and discipline that once made him indispensable. According to sources, Alonso addressed the squad after the match and openly warned Valverde that if his form doesn’t improve, he risks losing his place in the starting lineup. The message, delivered in front of teammates, underlined Alonso’s uncompromising standards at the club. For the coach, this is about more than one underwhelming performance. He is setting a precedent: at...