Ballon d’Or Winner, Lopez, Pays Tributes to Late Nigerian Mom

Vicky Lopez, the 20-year-old Spain and Barcelona Femeni star, has paid tribute to her late Nigerian mother, Joy Felix, following her second Ballon d’Or win for Young Talent of the Year. Lopez dedicated her achievement to her mother, who passed away from a brain tumour when Vicky was just 11 years old. In her heartfelt statement, Lopez expressed her gratitude to her mother, saying, "Everything I’ve accomplished, I owe to you, so thank you for teaching me never to give up."

To honor her mother's memory, Lopez wore the Nigerian flag on her football boots. During the past year, Lopez showcased her skills by scoring 17 goals, making 12 assists, and being named Player of the Match six times for Barcelona, who was awarded the Ballon d’Or for women’s club of the Year.

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