Ballon d'Or: Organizers Address Controversy Over Giving Rodri Award Instead of Vinicius Jr

The Ballon d'Or, one of the most prestigious awards in football, has recently been surrounded by speculation regarding its 2024 recipient. Rumors have circulated that Rodri, a player from Manchester City, is set to win the award over Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid. This speculation has led to assumptions that no representatives from Real Madrid will attend the ceremony.

France Football, the organizers of the Ballon d'Or, have addressed these rumors directly. In a statement, they clarified: "No player and no club knows the winner of this year’s Ballon d’Or yet." This statement aims to dispel the widespread belief that Rodri has already been chosen as the winner, which has reportedly influenced Vinicius Jr.'s decision to potentially skip the event.

The key elements of this situation include the rivalry between Rodri and Vinicius Jr., the involvement of major clubs like Manchester City and Real Madrid, and the speculative nature of the award's outcome. The ceremony to announce the winner is scheduled for 8pm, and until then, the true recipient remains unknown.