Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery believes either Manuel Neuer or Arjen Robben deserve to win the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or - but fears 'politics' could work against them. Bayern goalkeeper Neuer, widely regarded as the best number one in the world, helped Germany win the World Cup, while Holland forward Robben enjoyed an excellent campaign with club and country. Both men are on the 23-strong shortlist for the award, but Cristiano Ronaldo is the favourite to win for a second straight year after leading Real Madrid to Champions League success. Manuel Neuer conceded three goals at Man City on Tuesday but he is regarded as the world's best goalkeeper
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Last year's winner Cristiano Ronaldo is favourite to retain the award
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Manuel Neuer and Arjen Robben were outstanding for Bayern last season
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Bayern won the Bundesliga and Neuer lifted the World Cup with Germany
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Franck Ribery reveals previous interest from Real Madrid and Chelsea
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