The recent announcement of the 2024 men’s Ballon d’Or stirred considerable controversy within the football community, particularly regarding the second-place finish of Vinícius Júnior. The Brazilian winger, widely regarded for his outstanding performance with Real Madrid and the national team, was believed to be a frontrunner for the coveted award. Instead, he found himself edged
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This year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony is set to take place against the backdrop of unexpected decisions from some of football’s elite players, notably Vinícius Júnior and his Real Madrid teammates. Reports indicate that they will not be making the trip to Paris for the prestigious event, primarily due to their belief that Manchester City midfielder
Vinícius Júnior, the Brazilian forward for Real Madrid, alongside several of his teammates, opted out of attending the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony held in Paris. This decision was fueled by the announcement that Manchester City midfielder Rodri would be the recipient of the award for 2024. Despite a remarkable season where Júnior played a pivotal