The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony resulted in unexpected turbulence as Vinícius Júnior, a standout player for Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team, lost out on the recognition to Manchester City’s Rodri. Having enjoyed a phenomenal season, contributing significantly to Madrid’s LaLiga and Champions League successes with 24 goals across all competitions, Vinícius appeared a
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In a surprising move, Vinícius Júnior and several of his Real Madrid teammates have opted not to attend the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris. This decision, reportedly rooted in the belief that Manchester City’s Rodri is poised to take home the award, reflects a broader sentiment among Madrid players who feel Vinícius deserves the
In a surprising turn of events, Vinícius Júnior and several of his Real Madrid teammates opted to boycott the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, an action rooted in their strong disapproval of the award’s outcome. Reports suggest that Manchester City midfielder Rodri, a pivotal player in City’s successes, is set to scoop up the
Real Madrid’s rising star, Rodrygo, recently highlighted the crucial role that Neymar plays in Brazil’s national team as they aim to secure their sixth World Cup victory in 2026. Speaking in an interview with ESPN Brasil, the 23-year-old emphasized the significance of having Neymar on the roster, referring to him as their star player and
International friendly matches in soccer often serve as a way for national teams to fine-tune their tactics and test out new players. However, Luis Miguel Echegaray brings up an interesting point in his article when he questions the significance of these matches in the larger context of preparing for major tournaments like the World Cup.
Real Madrid and Brazil forward Vinícius Júnior recently made headlines with his comments about Spain potentially being stripped of the hosting rights for the 2030 World Cup if they do not address the issue of racism. In a candid interview with CNN, Vinícius expressed his concerns about the prevalence of racist abuse in Spanish football
After scoring a hat trick in Barcelona’s 7-0 win over Real Valladolid, Raphinha made a bold statement by suggesting that the team does not need any new signings. His performance on the pitch clearly demonstrated his belief that the current squad is strong enough to compete at the highest level. With his impressive display of
The recent squad announcement for Brazil’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers once again highlighted the significant presence of Brazilian players in the English Premier League. This trend is not a recent phenomenon but rather a result of decades of evolution in the footballing landscape. The current crop of Brazilian players in the Premier League represents a
Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior recently shared his aspirations when it comes to the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. He mentioned some of the Brazil legends like Ronaldinho and Ronaldo who have inspired him to aim for this individual accolade. Vinícius expressed that players like Kaká, Ronaldo Nazário, Ronaldinho, and Rivaldo who have all won the
The news of Vinícius Júnior being targeted by the Saudi Pro League has raised eyebrows among football fans and experts alike. The 24-year-old Real Madrid player, who played a pivotal role in Madrid’s success last season, is reportedly considering a proposal to move to the Gulf country. Despite his young age, Vinícius has already proven