Stoichkov: Cristiano Ronaldo could only win Ballon d'Or for his looks

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fter an inconsistent Euro 2016, former Barcelona player Hristo Stoichkov has again criticized Cristiano Ronaldo, marking out Antoine Griezmann as a more worthy winner of the Ballon d'Or.

The ex-Bulgaria striker has often been outspoken with regard to the Portuguese winger and the battle for next year's crown could see Ronaldo miss out.

"[Antoine] Griezmann deserves it, and so will Bale if Wales win [Euro 2016] but Ronaldo could only win it for his looks," said the Bulgarian to Cadena Cope.

As for Lionel Messi, Stoichkov is convinced the Argentine will change his mind over his international future, having retired after the Copa America.

"[Messi] will return to play with the team," he assured.