Elected Ballon d’Or after a very close duel with Vinicius Junior, Rodri reacted on Monday November 11 to the controversies which marred the result of this 2024 edition. Guest of the Partizado de Copein Spain, the Manchester City midfielder was notably questioned about his celebration, while a video released by his club showed him chanting “Vinicius ciao, ciao, ciao” to the tune of “Bella ciao”.
“It was a private party”
“People need to understand that this is good sportsmanship, it was a private party. If we put a camera in each of our houses… I didn’t disrespect anyone, it’s like another rivalry. I respect Vinicius”reacted the Spanish international.
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He also confided that he was not aware that the Ballon d’Or was going to be awarded to him. “Rumors came to me and those around me, but without certainty. We didn’t believe anything and said we were going. I was hoping that when I was on crutches, someone would say something to me because it freaked me out. It was a curious day, up and down. »
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