The Ballon d’Or 2024 debate is heating up, and it’s anyone’s game! Rodri has taken the top spot, beating out Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham, thanks to his impressive performance with Manchester City and Spain’s national team ¹.
The Top 5 Contenders:
- 1. Rodri: Manchester City’s midfielder, known for his exceptional skills and contribution to Spain’s UEFA European Championship win.
- 2. Vinicius Jr.: Real Madrid’s star forward, who’s been making waves with his impressive goal-scoring record.
- 3. Jude Bellingham: The young and talented midfielder from Real Madrid, who’s been consistently delivering outstanding performances.
- 4. Dani Carvajal: Real Madrid’s seasoned defender, who’s been a key player in the team’s success.
- 5. Erling Haaland: Manchester City’s prolific striker, known for his incredible goal-scoring ability ¹.
The competition was fierce, but Rodri’s hard work and dedication earned him the prestigious award. In his acceptance speech, he emphasized the importance of hard work and humility, saying, “I’d like to tell you an anecdote. When I was 17, I packed up my suitcases and I went to Villarreal with a dream to work in the Premier League… Hard work is what matters” ¹.
