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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master's degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
Long presented as the big favorite to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or, Vinicius Junior finally saw Rodri win. A result experienced as a scandal by the Brazilian and Real Madrid who did not even go to the Ballon d'Or award ceremony in Paris. But will Vinicius Junior take revenge next year?
Monday evening, Rodri a lifted first Ballon d’Or of his career. A result which did not fail to get people talking since Vinicius Junior was the big favorite until the last hours before the start of the ceremony. Realizing that he would not be crowned, the Brazilian did not even go to Paris, any more than the Real Madrid. The club merenguewho considers it a scandal, did not send any delegation to the Châtelet theater.
Vinicius Junior prepares his revenge for 2025?
However, Vinicius Junior could well take revenge in 2025. Indeed, the Brazilian winger intends to repair what he considers to be an injustice. And that’s a good thing since, like all odd years, no major international competition is planned. And Viniciuswho probably lost big in the race for Ballon d’Or during the America's Cuptherefore hopes to bounce back while Rodri, had taken advantage of his status as the best player in theEuro to gain the upper hand. However, the player Real Madrid will have to be wary of his teammates Kylian Mbappé et Jude Bellinghambut alsoErling Haalandwhich suffers from the fact that Norway never participates in international competitions, could also benefit from an odd year to distinguish itself.
Benzema believes it!
Despite everything, Karim Benzema is convinced that Vinicius Junior could soon win the Ballon d’Or. « Vinicius is a player who has always put in a lot of effort and doesn't just score goals. Last season, when Real won the Champions League, Vinicius was decisive in every match. So I don't think there's anyone more deserving than him. I hope he is strong in his head. I spoke to Vinicius and he is strong enough to work. One day he will have it. Vinicius is a good boy. He will work hard and one day he will win the Ballon d'Or », Confided the French striker at the microphone of the Beach bar.
In your opinion, will Vinicius Junior manage to win the Ballon d'Or next year?
