Rodri favourite for Ballon d'Or after MVP award as Spain win 2026 World Cup

Spain won the 2026 World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in the final to claim their second world title and their first in 16 years. Captain Rodri was named tournament MVP for the second time in his career. The achievement makes him the front-runner for the Ballon d'Or, which is awarded at the end of October.