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Ballon d’Or shortlist shows up Premier League’s attacking failings – but tide could be turning

Ballon d’Or shortlist shows up Premier League’s attacking failings – but tide could be turning
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English top flight’s forwards are not well represented on the list, reflecting a season of set-piece grapple, but 2026-27 already looks brighterPremier League representation is low when it comes to the 16 attacking players on this year’s Ballon d’Or shortlist. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland are there but Cole Palmer, one of the nominees in 2025…

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