¿Quién ganará el Balón de Oro? Estos son los posibles candidatos y los pros y contras de cada uno

Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource, KVIA ABC-7 · July 23, 2026 · 5 min read

Por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español Si alguien esperaba que el Mundial 2026 empezara a perfilar al Balón de Oro de este año, la realidad es que la Copa del Mundo solo sembró más dudas. El torneo de la FIFA añadió un par de nombres que no estaban en carpeta a la pelea, pero ninguno de manera rutila...

Why this matters in The El Paso

The debate over the Balón de Oro has significant implications for El Paso's soccer fans, many of whom closely follow the European leagues and international tournaments. As the city's residents eagerly await the start of the 2026/2027 season, they will be keeping a close eye on the performances of top players like Rodri, Messi, and Mbappé. The fact that the Mundial 2026 was held in North America, with some matches potentially watched by El Paso residents, adds to the local interest in the Balón de Oro race. Additionally, the presence of Mexican and American players in the European leagues may further fuel the enthusiasm of El Paso's soccer community, which has strong ties to both countries. As the decision approaches in October, El Paso's fans will be weighing the pros and cons of each candidate, considering their individual and team performances, and speculating about who will ultimately take home the prestigious award.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KVIA ABC-7 · Reading time: 5 min

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¿Quién ganará el Balón de Oro? Estos son los posibles candidatos y los pros y contras de cada uno

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