Rodri Wins 2024 Ballon d’Or Award
28-year-old Midfielder Wins Top Honor
Rodri, a Spanish midfielder, earned the 2024 Ballon d’Or award, beating fellow finalists Vinicius Junior of Brazil and Jude Bellingham of England. Rodri’s impressive performance on the field, including winning the Premier League title and Euro 2024 with Spain, earned him the top spot.
Rodri’s Reaction
"Incredible night for me," Rodri said. "One of my key things is I always try to improve every game. I just want to say thank you again to the people who recognize my value in the game. When I was a kid I never thought of winning the Ballon d’Or, but in the last years I’ve been playing at the highest level."
Real Madrid’s Reaction
Three of the top four finishers were Real Madrid players, with Vinicius Junior coming in second, Bellingham placing third, and Dani Carvajal placing fourth. However, no one from the La Liga club attended the award ceremony in Paris in an apparent protest of the results. Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti, who was named the men’s Coach of the Year, wrote a message on X, thanking his family, president, club, players, and Vini and Carvajal.
Other Finalists’ Reactions
Vinicius Junior also took to X, writing in Portuguese, "I’ll do it 10x if needed. They are not ready." As for Bellingham, he did not release a statement.
Rodri’s Achievements
Rodri, 28, has had an impressive 2024, winning his fourth consecutive Premier League title with Manchester City in the spring and winning Euro 2024 with Spain while being named Player of the Tournament.
Other Women’s Ballon d’Or Winner
The 2024 women’s Ballon d’Or winner was Aitana Bonmatí, a Spanish midfielder, who took home the award for a second straight year, after helping Barcelona win the Spanish league, the Spanish cup, and the Champions League.
Conclusion
Rodri’s win is a testament to his dedication and hard work on and off the field. His impressive performances for both his club and country have earned him the top spot in the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.
FAQs
Q: Who won the 2024 Ballon d’Or?
A: Rodri, a Spanish midfielder, won the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.
Q: Who were the other finalists?
A: The other finalists were Vinicius Junior of Brazil and Jude Bellingham of England.
Q: Why did Real Madrid not attend the award ceremony?
A: Real Madrid players did not attend the award ceremony in an apparent protest of the results.
Q: Who won the 2024 women’s Ballon d’Or?
A: Aitana Bonmatí, a Spanish midfielder, won the 2024 women’s Ballon d’Or award.
