The awarding of the France Football 2024 Ballon d’Or to Manchester City’s Spanish midfielder Rodri has sparked debate. Some football observers and players were surprised by the final result.
Big favorite for the final victory, Vinicius Junior finally finished in second place behind the Manchester City midfielder. During the ceremony of Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, Cristiano Ronaldo reacted to Rodri’s success and the controversy surrounding Vinicius Junior.
For him, the Brazilian should have won the trophy last October but the Portuguese takes nothing away from Rodri’s coronation. “Vini had to win the Ballon d’Or, it was unfair in my opinion and I say it here in front of everyone. They gave it to Rodri, who deserved it too, but I think Vinicius should have won. He won the Champions League and scored in the final When someone deserves it, you have to give it to them You know, these galas always do the same thing, that’s why I like the Globe Soccer Awards, they have to continue. to do this gala which is honest,” he said.
A true fan of Cristiano Ronaldo whom he considers his idol, Vinicius Junior was touched by the Portuguese legend’s words about him. Statements that he validated when he obtained his title of best player of the 2024 season.
“If Cristiano Ronaldo says I’m the best then that means I am. He is my idol and to hear these words is an honor,” he blurted out on stage. From now on, the objective of the Madrid number 7 will be to be on the first step of the podium for the France Football 2025 Ballon d’Or.
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