By Ashiadey Dotse
Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has won the men’s Ballon d’Or, which goes to the best footballer of the year, for the first time on the 28th October, 20224 in Paris.
The 28-year-old, who only lost one game last season with his club and country, received the award in Paris after helping Spain win the Euro 2024 in July. He also won the Premier League, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup with Manchester City.
Rodri is the first player from Manchester City to win the Ballon d’Or.
Real Madrid was named club of the year, and their manager, Carlo Ancelotti, won the men’s Coach of the Year award, but no one from the club attended to accept the award.
Earlier on Monday, reports suggested Real Madrid boycotted the event because their player, Vinicius Jr., wasn’t expected to win the Ballon d’Or.
