The next winner of the Ballon d'Or according to Gareth Bale and not Vinicius

Real Madrid, one of the most prestigious clubs in world football, remains a constant contender for major titles. With several of their stars consistently nominated for prestigious awards like the Ballon d'Or, the debate continues over which of their players will shine the brightest. This year’s Ballon d'Or discussion, although moving past the recent ceremony, still lingers among fans and pundits alike.

Former Real Madrid legend Gareth Bale, now a golf enthusiast and sports commentator, has weighed in on his former team's current form and their chances in the 2024/2025 season. Speaking live from Anfield Road, where he watched his ex-club play poorly, Bale, however, expressed optimism for Real Madrid’s potential to overcome their struggles. He believes that despite the challenges, Madrid can still clinch both the UEFA Champions League and La Liga titles.

Mbappé as Ballon d'Or Favorite

Bale also made a bold prediction regarding the next recipient of the Ballon d'Or, forecasting that Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappé will win the prestigious individual trophy in 2025. However, this prediction seems far from certain given the struggles of Real Madrid’s own Kylian Mbappé, who has failed to impress consistently since the beginning of the 2024/2025 season.

Mbappé’s inability to regain the form that made him one of the world’s top players has begun to raise questions within certain circles of Real Madrid. While Bale’s optimism remains, the patience of some Madrid supporters appears to be wearing thin as they question the solution to this ongoing issue.

The Road Ahead for Real Madrid

• Gareth Bale’s optimism: Despite current struggles, Bale believes Real Madrid can still win both the Champions League and La Liga.
• Ballon d'Or prediction: Bale forecasts Kylian Mbappé to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or.
• Mbappé’s form: Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé has not reached his peak performance, which has raised concerns.
• Real Madrid’s challenges: The team faces a tough road ahead, but their ambition to win major titles remains intact.