VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-27
“He played in three Champions League finals, winning two with Barcelona and scoring in both finals. He also won one Champions League at Inter and won many league titles. He was the best striker in the world for several years, and I think he deserved a Ballon d’Or, but these are things out of our control.”
Jose Mourinho · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-27
Mourinho detailed Eto'o's achievements in Champions League finals and league titles, saying he deserved a Ballon d'Or.
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