Kane won, Mbappé left out: why is the Ballon d'Or a benevolent lie?

The discussion on M4 Sport focused on Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or, marking him as the first Bayern player to achieve this since 1981. Kane's victory was highlighted alongside Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, who secured second and third places respectively. The conversation also touched on the evolving narrative of the award, with less prominent players winning recently, while superstars like Mbappé and Erling Haaland are still vying for recognition. The voting process involves journalists from the top 100 countries in the FIFA rankings, emphasizing the unique influence of the Ballon d'Or amidst changing media dynamics. Additionally, questions were raised about the future of Manchester United's management and the voting process for the award.