Mbappé Says He Wants to Dedicate Ballon d’Or to Africa, Citing Roots and Connection to the Continent

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Fabrizio Romano posted quotes from Kylian Mbappé stating he has never lost touch with his African origins, feels love from people there, and hopes to dedicate a potential Ballon d’Or win to Africa “in one way or another.” The post is trending due to Romano’s massive reach, the ongoing Ballon d’Or race, and the timing of Mbappé’s comments amid debates over his candidacy and heritage (he represents France internationally). It quickly drew hundreds of replies and quotes.

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🌕🌍 Mbappé says he wants to dedicate the Ballon d’Or to Africa: “I have never lost the connection with my roots and my origins. Every time I go to Africa, I feel the love from the people.” “I’ve always felt very loved on the African continent. I hope I can leave with the Ballon d’Or and, in one way or another, dedicate it to them too.”

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