Fabian Ruiz says Ballon d'Or nomination is recognition, not a campaign | OneFootball

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·29 September 2026

Fabian Ruiz says Ballon d'Or nomination is recognition, not a campaign

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Fabian Ruiz said his Ballon d'Or nomination is about recognition of his work rather than a campaign, speaking ahead of Spain's Nations League meeting with Croatia.

According to L'Équipe, he addressed the subject at a pre-match press conference.


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Spain meet Croatia in the Nations League on Tuesday at 20:45.

The Spain and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has been named among the nominees for the 2026 France Football Ballon d'Or.

He said he feels flattered to be recognised for his performances.

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