Rodri has done it! The superstar midfielder has won the prestigious Ballon d’Or 2024, beating out Brazil’s rising talent, Vinicius Junior.
This award, often seen as the ultimate prize for any football player, shines a spotlight on the best player in the world each year.
With his exceptional skills, powerful performances, and game-changing plays, Rodri has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
How did he rise above such tough competition? Dive into this article to uncover how Rodri made his mark and claimed the title!
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Ballon D’or 2024 Winner
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been awarded with Ballon D’or 2024 after his terrific season with his club Manchester City and National Team Spain.
Rodri was presented with the award at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, organized by the French Magazine France Football in collaboration with UEFA.
Rodri said, “This is a very special day for me, my family, and my country after the award”.
He further added “I understand this because I have no social media, people don’t know me much. I am just a normal guy. I enjoy the sport, I enjoy my profession. And I try to be a good person. I am a very calm person” as reported by ESPN.
The 28-year-old Manchester City midfielder won his fourth straight Premier League title with Man City under Pep Guardiola by winning the last 9 games in a row to claim the title.
He is the first player from England top tier leagues to be honored with such an award after Cristiano Ronaldo won one in 2008 during his time with Manchester United.
Rodri’s competition for the Ballon D’or 2024 was Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid who had a terrific season as well.
Vinicius anyway refused to travel to Paris for the Ceremony after discovering that he would be given the trophy. Jude Bellingham finished third in the voting.
The Real Madrid Winger is the leading contender to win the 2024 Ballon D’or 2024 as per all surveys conducted which unfortunately failed.
He won La Liga with Real Madrid and UEFA Champions League title as well which makes him the favorite contender to win the Ballon D’or 2024.
But sources told ESPN earlier on Monday that neither he nor his fellow teammates from Real Madrid will attend the ceremony, which is an unwelcome gesture from the team.
Madrid had been awarded earlier with the Men’s Team of the Year and Their Coach Carlo Ancelotti had been awarded with Manager of the year in the ceremony.
After the ceremony, Vinicius Junior Posted critics on social media by writing ” I’ll do it 10x if needed. They are not ready” in Portuguese language on X (Former Twitter).
His fellow teammates supported him too for this and Posted various posts on social media describing him as the best.
Eduardo Camavinga took a step ahead saying this is “football politics“.
The same authority who took strict actions against people who used racial comments on Vinicius Junior is biased as per the Real Madrid Teammates.
The awards presented to the players are based on the voting by a panel of Journalists from the Top 100 FIFA-ranked countries.
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If Vinicius won the La Liga and UEFA Champions League then Rodri, the Ballon D’or 2024 winner won the Premier League and the Euros 2024.
He went to a world record of 74 games unbeaten for the club and the country from March 2023 to May 2024.
The Spanish Midfielder becomes the second men’s player born in Spain to won the Sport’s Prestigious individual prize and the first since Barcelona Star forward Luis Suarez.
“Today is not a victory for me, it is for Spanish Football, for so many years players who have not won it and have deserved it like Iniesta, Xavi, Casillas, Busquets, and so many others. It is for Spanish Football and the figure of the Midfielder” said Rodri on the stage at the ceremony reported by ESPN.
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As the curtains close on the Ballon d’Or 2024, Rodri’s journey to this iconic moment stands as an inspiration to fans and players alike.
His dedication, skill, and unmatched performance have left a lasting legacy in the world of football.
Though Vinicius Junior fell just short this time, his remarkable talent promises a bright future, keeping the competition alive and thrilling for the years to come.
With each passing season, new stars rise and established players reach even greater heights.
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Most Asked Question
Who will get the Ballon d’Or in 2024?
Rodri, a Spanish midfielder is awarded the Ballon d’or 2024.
Who won Best Player of the Year 2024?
Rodri from Manchester City won the Best Player of the Year 2024 for men’s and Bonamti from Barcelona won the award for women’s.
Who won the female Ballon d’Or in 2024?
Bonmati, a Spanish and FC Barcelona midfielder won the female ballon D’0r 2024.
Will the Ballon d’Or 2024 be held on October 28 in Paris?
Yes, the Ballon D’or 2024 will be held in Paris on 28 October.
Where can I watch the 2024 Ballon d’Or?
Sony Sports Network
Who won the 2024 Ballon D’or?
Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d’or in Men’s and Bonmati won it in Women’s.
Who Will Win the Ballon d’or 2024
The competition was straightway between Rodri and Vinicius Junior which at the end was won by Rodri.
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