TIL Desk Sports/ Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe has backed teammate Neymar to be named world’s best player by FIFA this year. Neymar has struck a rich vein of form in 2020, guiding PSG to a domestic treble and to within one victory of their first UEFA Champions League triumph.
“It’s very enjoyable to play with a guy like Neymar. He is one of the best in the world,” Mbappe told reporters after the French team defeated Leipzig 3-0 in their Champions League semifinal on Tuesday. “If we win the Champions League, he will certainly be in a position to win the award. He is destined to win this type of trophy.”
Despite not being on the scoresheet in PSG’s past two matches, Neymar has shone in a playmaker role that has showcased his fine passing skills. His back flick to set up Angel Di Maria’s first-half goal on Tuesday put in him in the top 10 for all-time Champions League assists.
