Rodri is indeed the first Spanish player to win the Ballon d’Or since 1960, when Luis Suarez, a Barcelona legend, claimed the award.
Historic Context
Luis Suarez, a Spanish footballer, won the Ballon d’Or in 1960, marking a remarkable achievement for Spanish football.
Rodri’s Achievement
Fast-forward to 2024, Rodri becomes the second Spanish player to win the award, breaking a 64-year drought.
Spanish Ballon d’Or Winners
- Luis Suarez (1960)
- Rodri (2024)
