After star player Vinícius Jr.
After star player Vinícius Jr. is left out, Real Madrid dismisses the Ballon d’Or event, claiming it was “not respected.”
One very significant omission stood out among the soccer luminaries that gathered in Paris for the Ballon d’Or ceremony.
Which honors the finest in the game.
After discovering, according to several reports, that star player Vinícius Jr.
Had not received the prize for best men’s player, Real Madrid.
Probably the biggest club in international soccer, chose not to send its representatives to Monday’s event.
Los Blancos stated they would not go someplace they were “not respected.
According to AFP, The Athletic, and several Spanish media sites.
Rodri, a midfielder for Manchester City.
Was crowned the men’s Ballon d’Or winner following an outstanding season for both the team and the country.
Vinícius came in second place, ahead of his Madrid colleagues Dani Carvajal and Jude Bellingham.
Who came in third and fourth, respectively.
Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí and Barcelona Femení shared the second straight Ballon d’Or Féminin for top women’s player.
According to FIFA’s most recent rankings.
Journalists from the top 100 nations in the globe vote for the men’s Ballon d’Or award.
While those from the top 50 vote for the women’s.
Carvajal should be declared the winner if Vinícius Jr.
Is not declared the winner under the award criteria,” a Madrid source told AFP, The Athletic, and Spanish media.
It is clear that Real Madrid is not respected by the UEFA Ballon d’Or since this has not been the case.
Furthermore, it is revered at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid has been contacted by CNN for comment.
UEFA and Groupe Amaury, who for the first time co-organized the prize, have also been contacted by CNN for comment.
Clarence Seedorf, a former midfielder who had a stellar career playing for teams like Real Madrid and AC Milan.
Expressed astonishment that Vinícius did not win the prize and hinted at potential friction between the Spanish powerhouse and the European regulatory body.
“I believe Vini is deserving of this honor.
Attending the occasion, Seedorf told TNT Sports Brasil.
It appears like there is something going on between Real Madrid and UEFA that has not been settled.
It is unfortunate because, in my opinion, these things must be kept apart.
Especially for a player who is experiencing a unique time. We shall see. Let us observe what occurs.
Rodri had a fantastic 2024 and played a key role in Spain’s and Manchester City’s year-long victory.
La Roja was crowned champion in Euro 2024 earlier this year.
And Manchester City won the Premier League for a record fourth time in a row in 2024.
However, a lot of people thought Vinícius would receive the prize because of his outstanding efforts for the Merengues.
Which helped them win another La Liga title and a record-tying 15th Champions League triumph.
Cries of “Vini” came from the audience on Monday as the winner was set to be revealed.
“If I had to, I will do it ten times.
After Rodri was declared the winner, Vinícius wrote on X, the former name for Twitter, on Monday. .
They are not ready.
Vinícius shared a group shot on Instagram on Tuesday, writing, “TOGETHER.”
Following the formal announcement, the Brazilian star received social media support from many of his club teammates.
“Football politics” Eduardo Camavinga, a midfielder, wrote on X, “My brother.
You are the best player in the world and no award can indicate differently.”
Aurélien Tchouaméni, a midfielder for Real Madrid, also said on social media.
My brother, nothing can undo what you have accomplished. We are all aware.
Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, was also honored on Monday as the men’s coach of the year, while Kylian Mbappé, a forward, was praised for sharing the top score with Harry Kane the previous season. Mbappé and Ancelotti did not show up for the event.
Men’s Club of the Year was another honor bestowed upon the Spanish powerhouse.
On Monday, Spain men’s coach Luis de la Fuente told Movistar, “It is not good for football that a club as important as Madrid and with so many followers globally is not present at such a gala.”
Legendary Los Blancos player Luís Figo, who took home the 2000 Ballon d’Or, also expressed his amazement at his old team’s lack of attendance to Movistar.
“I was shocked to hear the news when in the hotel after speaking with a Real Madrid representative who said they will arrive here at 1:30.”
Pep Guardiola, the manager of City, stated that he was unconcerned with Madrid’s choice in any case.
