Real Madrid players didn’t hold back in expressing their frustration after Manchester City’s Rodri was awarded the Ballon d’Or over Vinicius Junior.
The Spanish midfielder claimed the prize—marking the first time a player from City has won football’s highest individual honour—following a season where he tasted only one defeat across club and international competitions.
At 28, Rodri’s achievements last season were staggering.
He powered Spain to their Euro 2024 triumph, lifted the Premier League trophy, and added both the UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup titles with City, per the BBC.
His influence in midfield was unmatched, outshining Real Madrid’s Brazilian sensation, Vinicius, who had been the favourite.
Meanwhile, Madrid’s rising star Jude Bellingham came in third, achieving the highest placement for an English player since Frank Lampard’s second-place finish in 2005, Sky Sports reports.
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True to form, Madrid’s stars rallied behind their teammate, expressing their support publicly through social media.
Eduardo Camavinga took a bold stance, posting, “FOOTBALL POLITICS ❌. My brother, you are the best player in the world, and no award can say otherwise. Love you, my bro ❤️.”
Fellow Brazilian and Madrid defender Eder Militao echoed this, adding, “You are the best, and no one can take that away from you! The Best! 🤍🥇.”
Aurelien Tchouameni also chimed in, recognising Vinicius’ achievements and his potential to prove doubters wrong: “Nothing will take away what you’ve achieved, my brother. We ALL know…They are not ready for what you’re gonna deliver. Love 👑🤍.”
Arda Guler offered simple but heartfelt support: “I love you.”
