Real Madrid winger Rodrygo has named his teammate Vinicius Junior as the favorite to win the Ballon d’Or this year. Vinicius played a pivotal role in leading Real Madrid to victory in both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League last season. The 23-year-old demonstrated exceptional form, achieving double digits in both goals and assists across all competitions for Los Blancos.
Rodrygo expressed his strong support for Vinicius as the top contender for the prestigious individual award. In an interview with Globoesporte, he stated, "We know that Vini is the main candidate to win it [Ballon d’Or] and I support this decision because he is my teammate."
He further acknowledged the universal dream among players to win the Ballon d’Or, adding, "It [Ballon d’Or] is not something that’s my priority, but it’s something every player dreams of."
Vinicius's remarkable performance last season solidified his reputation as one of the best young talents in world football. His contribution was critical in securing Real Madrid's domestic and European titles, earning him widespread recognition and praise.
Rodrygo's endorsement reflects not only his confidence in Vinicius's abilities but also the camaraderie and mutual respect within the Real Madrid squad. This support underscores the significance of Vinicius’s achievements and his potential to claim football’s highest individual honor. As the anticipation builds for the Ballon d’Or announcement, all eyes will be on Vinicius Junior to see if he can clinch the coveted award and cement his place among the greats of the game.
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