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Okocha backs Mbappé for Ballon d'Or 2026
12 Oct
Summary
- Okocha named Barcelona, Man City, and Bayern as UCL favorites.
- He backed Kylian Mbappé for the 2026 Ballon d'Or award.
- Mbappé's goalscoring in World Cup, UCL, and La Liga cited.
Austin 'Jay-Jay' Okocha, a revered figure in Nigerian football, has shared his predictions for the upcoming football season's major awards. Okocha highlighted Barcelona, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich as the most likely teams to emerge victorious in the UEFA Champions League. He cited Manchester City's substantial investment, Barcelona's early season form, and Bayern Munich's player retention as key strengths.
In a separate remarkable prediction, Okocha has backed Kylian Mbappé to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. He acknowledged the competitive field, mentioning Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal as strong contenders. However, Okocha emphasized Mbappé's outstanding record, noting his top-scorer status in the World Cup, Champions League, and Spanish league as justification for his choice.
