Manchester City News
By Tom Procter
Published on 2024-09-25 17:00:00
Next month, football fans will find out the winner of the Ballon d’Or, with Manchester City midfielder Rodri in contention. Rodri has been instrumental for City and Spain, but a recent knee injury may impact his chances. German legend Lothar Matthaus believes Rodri deserves the award over Vinicius Jr, who had a successful year with Real Madrid. Despite his brilliance, the defensive player may fall short in the Ballon d’Or race due to the tendency to favor attacking players.
Rodri’s immense contributions to City’s success under Pep Guardiola make him a deserving candidate for the Ballon d’Or. However, historical trends suggest that defensive players like Rodri may struggle to win the award, with the last one being Fabio Cannavaro in 2006. The buzz around attacking players like Vinicius Jr may give him an edge in the competition, despite Rodri’s exceptional performances on the field.
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