The decision sparked widespread criticism at the time, and Ribery has often reflected on it as one of the biggest snubs in Ballon d’Or history. Over a decade later, with Ronaldo suggesting Champions League success as a decisive factor, the former Bayern star didn’t hesitate to highlight the irony.

Just 17 years old, Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal is already one of the mainstays of the Spanish national team.The teenage sensation was the star of the show for La Roja last summer as they won the

Manager Luis de la Fuente did not hold back in his admiration and for the teen sensation whose breathtaking talent had helped guide Spain to the brink of another trophy.The reigning European champions had just come out on top 5-4 in a thrilling Uefa Nations League last-four win over World Cup runners-up France to set up Sunday's final against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal.