James Rodriguez names Luis Diaz among his Ballon d'Or contenders
Midfielder James Rodriguez, who plays for Minnesota United, caused a stir with a bold statement on social media. He added Luis Diaz to his personal Ballon d'Or shortlist, placing the Colombian winger among the top five candidates worldwide.
Rodriguez argued that Diaz’s season form merits recognition as one of the best in the game. The comment ignited passionate discussions among fans following Colombia’s World Cup preparations in Guadalajara.
Analysts now see Diaz as a serious contender for the award thanks to Rodriguez’s endorsement.
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