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Ballon d’Or shortlist shows up Premier League’s attacking failings – but tide could be turning
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First Reported· Jacob Steinberg (The Guardian)
5h ago (18 Sept)"There was an argument that a lack of ambition after going 1-0 up stopped Arsenal from beating Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final."
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Official Resolution
5h ago (18 Sept)"English top flight’s forwards are not well represented on the list, reflecting a season of set-piece grapple, but 2026-27 already looks brighter Premier League representation is low when it comes to the 16 attacking players on this year’s Ballon d’Or shortlist . Manchester United..."
State: rumour Outcome Verified