Ballon d’Or Awarded to Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí for Best Soccer Players in the World
Men’s Ballon d’Or Winner: Rodri
Spanish midfielder Rodri, 28, won the prestigious Ballon d’Or award for the world’s best soccer player, succeeding eight-time winner Lionel Messi. Rodri’s impressive performance helped Manchester City win the Premier League and contributed to Spain’s European Championship triumph.
Women’s Ballon d’Or Winner: Aitana Bonmatí
The 26-year-old Aitana Bonmatí retained her title as the women’s Ballon d’Or winner, having helped Barcelona win the Spanish league, the Spanish cup, and the Champions League. She is the second Barcelona player to win the award, following in the footsteps of Alexia Putellas.
Vinícius Júnior Misses Out
Vinícius Júnior, a Real Madrid and Brazil star, was a finalist for the men’s award but failed to attend the ceremony in central Paris. According to a person close to the player, his decision not to attend was made by Real Madrid.
No Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo in the Running
For the first time since 2003, neither Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo, both seven-time winners, were in the running for the award.
The Ballon d’Or Process
The Ballon d’Or is awarded by France Football magazine since 1956 for men and 2018 for women. Journalists from the top 100 countries in the FIFA rankings select 10 players in ranked order, with points attributed to each position. The winner is the player who receives the most points.
Conclusion
The 2022 Ballon d’Or awards recognize the outstanding performances of Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí, two top players who have made significant contributions to their teams’ successes. Their wins mark a new chapter in the history of the prestigious award.
FAQs
Q: Who won the 2022 Ballon d’Or award for men’s and women’s best soccer player?
A: Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí won the awards, respectively.
Q: Who did Rodri help win the European Championship?
A: Rodri helped Spain win the European Championship.
Q: Who did Aitana Bonmatí help Barcelona win?
A: Aitana Bonmatí helped Barcelona win the Spanish league, the Spanish cup, and the Champions League.
Q: Why did Vinícius Júnior miss the Ballon d’Or ceremony?
A: Real Madrid decided he would not attend the ceremony.
