Manchester City News
By Tom Procter
Published on 2024-10-13 09:00:00
The Ballon d’Or for 2024 is expected to be contested between Manchester City midfielder Rodri and Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. Many Man City fans believe Rodri is a deserving candidate due to his instrumental role in the club’s success. However, Rodri’s recent knee ligament injury may affect his chances. Meanwhile, Rodri’s teammate Ederson expressed his support for Vinicius Jr, who had an impressive season with Real Madrid, scoring 24 goals and assisting 11 in their La Liga and Champions League victories.
Despite Ederson’s backing, many City fans strongly believe that Rodri should win the Ballon d’Or. Rodri’s consistent performance as a defensive midfielder, with 260 appearances, 26 goals, and 30 assists for the club, as well as his ability to control games and protect the defense, make him a deserving candidate. The decision to potentially award Vinicius Jr over Rodri may disappoint many City supporters who view Rodri as the more deserving player, as even German legend Lothar Matthaus has voiced his support for Rodri.
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