Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema has suggested that Vinicius Junior was unjustly overlooked after the Brazilian lost the Ballon d’Or to Manchester City’s Rodri.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or announcement has sparked significant debate, with many expecting Vinicius to secure the prestigious award. Reports emerged on Monday indicating that no Real Madrid player would attend the ceremony after the club was informed that Vinicius had lost the prize. This news has generated backlash from fans, particularly those supporting Brazilian football and Los Blancos.
Benzema, a former Ballon d’Or winner himself, criticized the decision, saying, “I spoke to Vini, and he’s sad… it’s understandable. He deserved to win the Ballon d’Or. I have nothing against Rodri; he’s a good player, but I’m sitting on my sofa watching TV, and Rodri doesn’t do anything that makes you say: wow!”
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With this award, Rodri becomes the first Spanish male footballer to win the Ballon d’Or in 60 years.