May 9, 2026, 1:21 AM
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Emmanuel Macron Picks Between Ronaldo and Messi as the World’s Best Player
A highly anticipated answer.
Kylian Mbappé has garnered significant support from high-profile figures, including French President Emmanuel Macron. Recently, during a diplomatic visit, Macron was met with enthusiasm from fans, but it was one individual’s question that stood out.
The young man, armed with a phone, asked Macron who he considered the best player in the world—Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Macron responded emphatically:
Mbappé!
Emmanuel Macron has openly expressed his admiration for Kylian Mbappé. Various media sources report that he was even involved in negotiations between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Mbappé prior to the player’s transfer to Real Madrid.
This season, Mbappé has played 41 matches for Real Madrid, scoring 41 goals and providing 6 assists. Additionally, he has earned 96 caps for the French national team, netting 56 goals.
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