Former France defender Bixente Lizarazu was surprised by the result of the 2024 Ballon d'Or, which saw Rodri be crowned.
Rodri's coronation at the 2024 Ballon d'Or continues to spark reactions. Last Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, the midfielder of the Spain team and Manchester City had the pleasure of receiving the most prestigious individual distinction in football. A surprise for many, who expected to see Vinicius Junior be crowned.
It must be said that in the weeks preceding the presentation of the trophy,
Spanish media claimed Vinicius would be the 2024 Ballon d'Or. There was little suspense until the morning of the big day when we learned that the Real Madrid delegation, and therefore the Brazilian winger, would not travel to Paris to attend the ceremony.
Lizarazu: “I thought Vinicius was going to win”
Like many football fans, Bixente Lizarazu did not expect this result. But once the surprise passed, the 98 world champion confided that he was not unhappy to see Rodri receive this 68e Golden Ball in history.
“I thought Vinicius was going to win, because he has a spectacular, brilliant side”confided Bixente Lizarazu on Sunday on the Téléfoot set, and added: “
We're not used to making these choices, but I like that a player like Rodri is recognized. »
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