Nuno Mendes: “❝I don’t have an important opinion about the Ballon d’Or. I played with Dembele at the club, and he had a great season. Lamine also had an amazing season. Two players who shone a lot this year. There is a player who will not participate in the Club World Cup, while Dembele will play.❞
Nuno Mendes: ❝My duel with Lamine? It was a match like any other in the season. I faced very skilled players, capable of making a difference at any moment. Today I was able to stop that, I was able to prevent Lamine from doing what he does best.❞
Nuno Mendes: ❝I’m very happy for Dembele. He was plagued with injuries at Barcelona, and when he moved, I don’t know what he did to maintain his level and avoid injuries. I love him very much and wish him the best so he can win the Ballon d’Or.❞
