Cristiano Ronaldo Criticizes Ballon d'Or Decision Favoring Rodri Over Vinicius Jr

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner called the decision 'unfair,' highlighting Vinicius Jr's Champions League triumph with Real Madrid.

Cristiano Ronaldo publicly stated that Vinicius Jr deserved the 2024 Ballon d'Or over Manchester City's Rodri, calling the decision 'unfair.'
Vinicius Jr played a pivotal role in Real Madrid's LaLiga and Champions League victories, scoring 24 goals in 39 appearances, including one in the Champions League final.
Rodri, the eventual winner, was recognized for his contributions to Manchester City's fourth consecutive Premier League title and Spain's Euro 2024 triumph.
Real Madrid boycotted the Ballon d'Or ceremony in October, reportedly anticipating Vinicius Jr's loss in the competition.
Ronaldo also praised young talents like Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, and Vinicius Jr for their impressive performances in recent seasons.