Rodri responds to Cristiano Ronaldo over Ballon d’Or controversy
6 days, 20 hours ago

Rodri responds to Cristiano Ronaldo over Ballon d’Or controversy

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ballon d’Or winner Rodri has expressed his surprise at the criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo after the Manchester City midfielder was awarded the prestigious annual prize. While Rodri was a key figure in successful campaigns for both club and country, five-time Ballon d’Or recipient Ronaldo said that it was “unfair” that Vinicius had not received the gong after helping his former club to La Liga and Champions League success. open image in gallery Cristiano Ronaldo felt Vinicius Jr should have won the Ballon d’Or “ knows better than anyone how this award works and, above all, how the winner is chosen,” he explained. Probably, these same journalists were the ones who at some point voted for him to win, and I imagine that then he would agree.” Manchester City have struggled in Rodri’s absence, with the holding midfielder’s ACL tear preceding a dramatic drop off in form that has seen Pep Guardiola’s men slip out of the title race.

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Shots fired at Ronaldo! Rodri destroys Portugal star’s ‘Vinicius deserved Ballon d’Or’ claim: ‘Same journalists…’
6 days, 22 hours ago

Shots fired at Ronaldo! Rodri destroys Portugal star’s ‘Vinicius deserved Ballon d’Or’ claim: ‘Same journalists…’

Hindustan Times  

Known for his outspoken personality, Cristiano Ronaldo recently hit the headlines with comments on the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Speaking during the Globe Soccer Awards, Ronaldo claimed that Vinicius Junior deserved the award over the Manchester City midfielder as the Brazilian won the Champions League and also scored in the final. Regarded as one of the best midfielders in football …

Cristiano Ronaldo takes a jibe at Ballon d'Or ceremony for snubbing Vinicius Jr: 'It was unfair…'
1 week, 5 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo takes a jibe at Ballon d'Or ceremony for snubbing Vinicius Jr: 'It was unfair…'

Hindustan Times  

Cristiano Ronaldo took a jibe at the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner Rodri and said Vinicius Jr deserved the prestigious Golden Ball for his incredible season with Real Madrid. Ronaldo, who has won the Ballon d'Or five times in the past, said it was unfair for Vinicius not to get the Golden Ball this year. Talking about Manchester City's Rodri, the …

Ronaldo says Vinicius Jr deserved Ballon d’Or over Rodri, calls decision ‘unfair’
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1 week, 5 days ago

Ronaldo says Vinicius Jr deserved Ballon d’Or over Rodri, calls decision ‘unfair’

The Hindu  

Five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo said on Friday it was “unfair” that Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior missed out on this year’s award. Rodri helped City to a fourth straight Premier League title and Spain to Euro 2024 while attacker Vinicius guided Madrid to a record-extending 15th Champions League. It was unfair, I say it here in front of everybody,” …

Vinicius Jr deserved Ballon d'Or over Rodri: Cristiano Ronaldo
Trending News
1 week, 5 days ago

Vinicius Jr deserved Ballon d'Or over Rodri: Cristiano Ronaldo

India Today  

Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo said on Friday that it was "unfair" for Real Madrid's Vin­cius Jºnior to miss out on this year's award. Manchester City midfielder Rodri claimed the Ballon d'Or 2024 in October, with Vin­cius, the favorite, finishing in second place. Speaking at the Globe Soccer Awards on Friday, Ronaldo argued that Vin­cius was the rightful recipient …

Ronaldo backs Amorim at Man United, picks Vinicius over Rodri at soccer awards
Trending News
1 week, 5 days ago

Ronaldo backs Amorim at Man United, picks Vinicius over Rodri at soccer awards

Associated Press  

DUBAI — Cristiano Ronaldo backed Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim on Friday, saying “the storm will finish” after his Portuguese countryman’s difficult start to life in the Premier League. “I say this one year and half ago and I will continue to say, the problem is not the coaches,” Ronaldo added. If you put it back in the aquarium it …

Messi-Ronaldo era ends amid Manchester City's growing crisis; Sunil Chhetri's goodbye headlines drama-filled 2024
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Messi-Ronaldo era ends amid Manchester City's growing crisis; Sunil Chhetri's goodbye headlines drama-filled 2024

Hindustan Times  

The year 2024 was a rollercoaster for football, filled with moments of triumph and heartbreak. Rodri wins Ballon d’Or, leaves Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid angry Rodri claimed the 2024 Ballon d'Or, edging out Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. for football's most coveted individual honour. The defensive midfielder has been a cornerstone of Manchester City’s success in recent years and played …

Vinicius Jr named FIFA Best of 2024 after Ballon d'Or snub to Rodri
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Vinicius Jr named FIFA Best of 2024 after Ballon d'Or snub to Rodri

India Today  

Brazil and Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr was crowned the FIFA Best Player of 2024 on December 18 in Doha, edging out Manchester City's Rodri, who had previously beaten him to the Ballon d'Or earlier this year. The award recognised Vinicius' stellar 2024 season, in which he played a crucial role in Real Madrid’s successful 2023-2024 season, while Spain and …

Vinicius Junior wins Best FIFA Men’s Player award
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Vinicius Junior wins Best FIFA Men’s Player award

The Hindu  

Vinicius Junior won the Best FIFA Men’s Player award and became the first Brazilian to do so since its inception in 2016. In the 2023-24 season, he racked up 24 goals in 39 appearances across all competitions for Real Madrid, with which he lifted the La Liga, the UEFA Champions League, and the Supercopa de Espana. Vinicius topped the votes …

FIFA The Best Awards: No Ronaldo but Messi nominated for Men’s Award; Rodri vs Vinicius Jr sub-plot continues beyond Ballon d’Or
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA The Best Awards: No Ronaldo but Messi nominated for Men’s Award; Rodri vs Vinicius Jr sub-plot continues beyond Ballon d’Or

The Hindu  

FIFA has announced the nominees for ‘The Best’ Football Awards 2024, celebrating the year’s top players in women’s and men’s football at club and national levels. Rodri, meanwhile, became the first Manchester City player to claim the Ballon d’Or after spearheading Pep Guardiola’s side to a record fourth consecutive Premier League title and leading Spain to its fourth European Championship …

Premier League 2024-25: Man City’s Rodri says he would have to consider potential interest from Real Madrid
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Premier League 2024-25: Man City’s Rodri says he would have to consider potential interest from Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s Ballon d’Or winner Rodri has said he would listen to Real Madrid if the “best team in history” one day came knocking. “When Real Madrid, the best club in history, the club with the most titles, and all that it represents, comes calling, well clearly it is an honor and you have to pay attention,” Rodri replied before …

Ballon d'Or 2024: By what margin Rodri edged out Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ballon d'Or 2024: By what margin Rodri edged out Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior?

Firstpost  

France Football, the publication responsible for organizing the Ballon d’Or, recently disclosed how narrowly Manchester City midfielder for the prestigious honor. The news of Vinicius not winning the Ballon d’Or despite leading Real Madrid to La Liga and Champions League titles was leaked before the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, leading to a massive protest from the Spanish giants as …

Ballon d’Or organisers announce tiny margin by which Rodri beat Vinicius Jr as voting revealed
2 months ago

Ballon d’Or organisers announce tiny margin by which Rodri beat Vinicius Jr as voting revealed

The Independent  

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Rodri, king of the engine room, wins Ballon d’Or
2 months ago

Rodri, king of the engine room, wins Ballon d’Or

The Hindu  

For the last 18 years, the Ballon d’Or has mainly gone to forwards, as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo battled for the top honours. Instead, Rodrigo Hernandez — known globally as Rodri — claimed the men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming only the second defensive midfielder to win the trophy after Lothar Matthaus in 1990. Tiki-taka, Spain’s trademark style, was crafted in …

LaLiga president Javier Tebas slams 'CHILDISH' Real Madrid for skipping the Ballon d'Or ceremony over Vinicius Jr snub - and says they think 'everything revolves around them'
2 months, 1 week ago

LaLiga president Javier Tebas slams 'CHILDISH' Real Madrid for skipping the Ballon d'Or ceremony over Vinicius Jr snub - and says they think 'everything revolves around them'

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid have been denounced again by the LaLiga president for skipping the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris on Monday night. Madrid refused to attend the glitzy awards gala after finding out in advance that their forward Vinicius Junior had not won the Ballon d'Or, with the Brazilian coming second to Manchester City's Rodri. Real Madrid were 'childish' and 'hotheaded' …

Ballon d’Or Awards LIVE: Vinicius Jr claims ‘they’re not ready’ as Rodri crowned amid Real Madrid boycott
2 months, 1 week ago

Ballon d’Or Awards LIVE: Vinicius Jr claims ‘they’re not ready’ as Rodri crowned amid Real Madrid boycott

The Independent  

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Ballon d'Or: Midfielder Rodri's double triumph fuels Spain's Euro victory
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2 months, 1 week ago

Ballon d'Or: Midfielder Rodri's double triumph fuels Spain's Euro victory

Firstpost  

The 68th Ballon d’Or Awards took place in Paris on Monday, and to everyone's surprise, Brazil and Real Madrid start Vinicius Jr was not adjudged the best player in men's football in the previous season. This despite helping Los Blancos win LaLiga as well as the UEFA Champions League for a record-extending 14th time earlier this year.

Pep Guardiola ‘so proud’ of Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win
2 months, 1 week ago

Pep Guardiola ‘so proud’ of Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win

The Independent  

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Astonishing tantrum sees Real Madrid boycott Ballon d'Or ceremony after learning Vinicius Junior was not being named best player (even though they WERE named best club!)
2 months, 1 week ago

Astonishing tantrum sees Real Madrid boycott Ballon d'Or ceremony after learning Vinicius Junior was not being named best player (even though they WERE named best club!)

Daily Mail  

The prestigious Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris was mired in controversy last night after a boycott by Real Madrid and Spanish journalists when striker Vinícius Júnior was denied the title. The prestigious Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris was mired in controversy last night after a boycott by Real Madrid and Spanish journalists when striker Vinícius Júnior was denied the title …

Rodri wins Ballon d’Or as Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati claims Feminin award second year running
2 months, 1 week ago

Rodri wins Ballon d’Or as Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati claims Feminin award second year running

The Independent  

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Ballon d'Or 2024: Rodri and Bonmati shine bright in dazzling ceremony
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Ballon d'Or 2024: Rodri and Bonmati shine bright in dazzling ceremony

India Today  

The Ballon d'Or 2024 ceremony was held on Monday, October 28 at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. The event saw several top and emerging players get their due recognition for their marvellous exploits on the field in 2023. In the lead-up to the event, there was widespread discussion about who would win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award for being adjudged …

Ballon d’Or 2024: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid Stars boycott Theatre du Chatelet event in Paris; Here’s why
2 months, 1 week ago

Ballon d’Or 2024: Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid Stars boycott Theatre du Chatelet event in Paris; Here’s why

Live Mint  

Real Madrid stars Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Dani Carvajal along with club president Florentino Perez were absent from the Ballon d'Or 2024 ceremony at Theatre du Chetelet in Paris on Monday, as a mark of protest. Vinicius played a crucial role in Real Madrid’s La Liga and UEFA Champions League triumphs in the 2023-24 season. His Real Madrid …

Rodri is not flashy but the Man City midfielder is a trailblazer and his Ballon d'Or victory was a no-brainer, writes JACK GAUGHAN
2 months, 1 week ago

Rodri is not flashy but the Man City midfielder is a trailblazer and his Ballon d'Or victory was a no-brainer, writes JACK GAUGHAN

Daily Mail  

Paris' Place du Chatelet came to a standstill for the Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday night, but the bicycles kept coming. 'Class and fair play' is one of the three voting criteria for the gong which was instead won by Rodri, becoming Manchester City's first winner and the only Premier League player since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2008 to collect the …

Real Madrid boycott Ballon d’Or as Vinicius Jr loses out to Rodri
2 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid boycott Ballon d’Or as Vinicius Jr loses out to Rodri

The Independent  

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Real Madrid named men’s club of year after snubbing Ballon d’Or ceremony
2 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid named men’s club of year after snubbing Ballon d’Or ceremony

The Independent  

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2024 Ballon d'Or: A Historic Absence and a New Era for Football's Finest
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

2024 Ballon d'Or: A Historic Absence and a New Era for Football's Finest

The Hindu  

The Ballon d'Or 2024 ceremony will take place on Monday evening in Paris. The biggest headline will be the absence of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, holders of 13 Ballon d'Or wins between them, as neither have been nominated for the first time in 20 years. Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior is the favorite to be crowned the world's …

New Generation of Stars Emerges as Messi and Ronaldo's Domination Ends
2 months, 1 week ago

New Generation of Stars Emerges as Messi and Ronaldo's Domination Ends

Associated Press  

The Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded to Vinicius Junior, the young star who has emerged as a contender for the award. With his stunning performance for Real Madrid, he is considered the favorite to win the prestigious individual award. However, the award's history suggests that it will likely return to a time before Messi and Ronaldo when multiple …

Real Madrid star 'has already been told that he will win the Ballon d'Or next month' after stunning year as plans to pay tribute to him are 'revealed'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid star 'has already been told that he will win the Ballon d'Or next month' after stunning year as plans to pay tribute to him are 'revealed'

Daily Mail  

A Real Madrid star has reportedly already been informed that he will be crowned the Ballon d'Or winner next month in Paris. This year's list of nominees includes Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., Antonio Rudiger, and Federico Valverde from the current crop of Madrid stars, while the recently retired Toni Kroos is also on there. A Real Madrid star …

Karim Benzema’s Subtle Clapback? Flaunts Ballon d’Or After Cristiano Ronaldo Chooses Kylian Mbappe Over Him
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Karim Benzema’s Subtle Clapback? Flaunts Ballon d’Or After Cristiano Ronaldo Chooses Kylian Mbappe Over Him

News 18  

Former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has taken a subtle dig at Cristiano Ronaldo on social media. This led to the X user claiming, “Karim Benzema responds to Ronaldo picking Mbappe over him with an IG story showing his Ballon d’Or trophy.” Karim Benzema replies to Ronaldo picking Mbappe over him with an IG story showing his Ballon D’or trophy …

Cristiano Ronaldo names Kylian Mbappe and three others as players who can win Ballon d'Or in the future as he tips new Real Madrid star to 'do very well' at the Bernabeu
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo names Kylian Mbappe and three others as players who can win Ballon d'Or in the future as he tips new Real Madrid star to 'do very well' at the Bernabeu

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has won five Ballon d'Ors during his illustrious career and he has had his say on who he thinks will be claiming the coveted award in the coming years. Ronaldo won football's biggest individual prize four times while wearing the famous white shirt of Real Madrid and he believes their new superstar signing has a gresat chance of …

Ballon d’Or odds: Vinicius Jr battles Jude Bellingham and Rodri for prestigious prize
4 months ago

Ballon d’Or odds: Vinicius Jr battles Jude Bellingham and Rodri for prestigious prize

The Independent  

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Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize
4 months ago

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize

Associated Press  

Lionel Messi may be considered by many as the greatest soccer player of all time, but the Argentina star was omitted from the list of nominations to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award — the sport’s most prized individual honor. Messi, who left European soccer behind when moving from Paris Saint-Germain to Inter Miami last year, is still delivering at …

UEFA Bestows Cristiano Ronaldo With All-Time Top Scorer Award, Gianluigi Buffon Presented President's Award
4 months, 1 week ago

UEFA Bestows Cristiano Ronaldo With All-Time Top Scorer Award, Gianluigi Buffon Presented President's Award

News 18  

The UEFA presented Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo with a special top scorer award for his incredible goal-scoring record in the elite European club competition, while legendary Italian keeper Gianluigi Buffon was presented with the President award during the draw for the revamped UEFA Champions League 2024-25 on Thursday. UEFA shared a post that read, “His extraordinary goalscoring achievements in the …

Cristiano Ronaldo means business ahead of Euro 2024 with double for Portugal
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo means business ahead of Euro 2024 with double for Portugal

The Independent  

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‘Vinicius Jr deserves Ballon d’Or’: Carlo Ancelotti, Florentino Perez's big claim after Real Madrid's UCL triumph
7 months, 1 week ago

‘Vinicius Jr deserves Ballon d’Or’: Carlo Ancelotti, Florentino Perez's big claim after Real Madrid's UCL triumph

Hindustan Times  

Vinicius Jr finished his season on an emphatic note with a Champions League-winning goal for Real Madrid against Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley Stadium, London. Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior celebrates at the end of the Champions League final match. The 23-year-old netted the second goal for Real Madrid in the final to seal the 15th Champions League title …

Vinicius Jr can win two trophies in one Champions League final – the Ballon d’Or awaits
7 months, 1 week ago

Vinicius Jr can win two trophies in one Champions League final – the Ballon d’Or awaits

The Independent  

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Lionel Messi New Saudi Tourism Ad Ahead Cristiano Ronaldo Clash Riyadh Season Cup 2024 Viral Video Messi Vs Ronaldo
11 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi New Saudi Tourism Ad Ahead Cristiano Ronaldo Clash Riyadh Season Cup 2024 Viral Video Messi Vs Ronaldo

ABP News  

Football superstar Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever to have played the game. However, before Messi will showcase his footballing brilliance on the field in that part of the World, he can be seen kicking a ball in a latest video promoting Saudi Arabian tourism. The video is launched days ahead of the Riyadh …

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed
1 year ago

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed

The Independent  

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On This Day in 2018: Luka Modric wins Ballon d’Or
1 year, 1 month ago

On This Day in 2018: Luka Modric wins Ballon d’Or

The Independent  

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Cristiano Ronaldo fires back at former Sporting academy starlet and Chelsea loanee who claimed he DESERVES one of the Portuguese icon's five Ballon d'Or awards
1 year, 1 month ago

Cristiano Ronaldo fires back at former Sporting academy starlet and Chelsea loanee who claimed he DESERVES one of the Portuguese icon's five Ballon d'Or awards

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo has savagely responded to claims made by former Sporting Lisbon academy starlet Fabio Paim. In an interview on a podcast hosted by PT Clipes, Paim said he deserved at least one of Ronaldo's five Ballon d'Or trophies, and that he could have been on par with the Portuguese icon and Lionel Messi 'if he had half of Cristiano's …

Pep Guardiola says Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland both deserve to win Ballon d’Or
1 year, 2 months ago

Pep Guardiola says Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland both deserve to win Ballon d’Or

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland both deserve to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award for the world’s best soccer player. Messi, a seven-time winner of the sport’s biggest individual honor, fulfilled his life’s ambition by leading Argentina to victory at last year’s World Cup. “I always said that the Ballon d’Or …

Analyzing Cristiano Ronaldo's Chances of Winning The Next Ballon d'Or
1 year, 10 months ago

Analyzing Cristiano Ronaldo's Chances of Winning The Next Ballon d'Or

News 18  

With five Ballon d’Or trophies under his belt, Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the finest players ever to grace the field of football. A recent dip in his form for Portugaln and lack of goals in club football might have prompted critics and experts to cast doubt on Ronaldo’s potential but it might still be a little too early to …

‘Cristiano Ronaldo makes it difficult for us,’ says Al Nassr teammate Luiz Gustavo
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Cristiano Ronaldo makes it difficult for us,’ says Al Nassr teammate Luiz Gustavo

The Hindu  

Luiz Gustavo, the Al Nassr player, said the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo has made it difficult for him and his teammates as their opponents feel motivated to prove themselves against the Portuguese great. Since moving to the Middle East from Manchester United, Ronaldo managed only one goal, from a penalty, in three outings for Al Nassr, who is currently on …

Who needs Cristiano Ronaldo? Goncalo Ramos hat-trick powers Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals
2 years, 1 month ago

Who needs Cristiano Ronaldo? Goncalo Ramos hat-trick powers Portugal into World Cup quarter-finals

The Independent  

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FIFA World Cup: Benzema and the curse of Ballon d’Or
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Benzema and the curse of Ballon d’Or

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi has won seven Ballon d’Or awards - the highest number by any in the history of football. A footballer who won a Ballon d’Or in the previous year has never won a World Cup in the next year. However, since the Qatar World Cup is happening from November to December, the Ballon d’Or and World Cup will happen …

Erik ten Hag praises Cristiano Ronaldo after scoring return for Man Utd
2 years, 2 months ago

Erik ten Hag praises Cristiano Ronaldo after scoring return for Man Utd

The Independent  

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Karim Benzema wins men’s Ballon d’Or as Alexia Putellas retains women’s award
2 years, 2 months ago

Karim Benzema wins men’s Ballon d’Or as Alexia Putellas retains women’s award

The Independent  

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Ex-Barcelona superstar reveals he had 'scuffle' with Cristiano Ronaldo at Ballon d'Or ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

Ex-Barcelona superstar reveals he had 'scuffle' with Cristiano Ronaldo at Ballon d'Or ceremony

Hindustan Times  

Two of the greatest players in the history of the beautiful game, goal machines Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a storied rivalry during their respective La Liga stints at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. While Argentine stalwart Messi used to be the driving force of the Catalan giants at Camp Nou, Portugal captain Ronaldo remained Real Madrid's go-to-man for …

‘CR7 not welcome’: Atletico Madrid fans protest against Cristiano Ronaldo transfer speculation
2 years, 5 months ago

‘CR7 not welcome’: Atletico Madrid fans protest against Cristiano Ronaldo transfer speculation

The Independent  

Atletico Madrid fans have urged the club to rule out signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United, displaying a protest at a pre-season friendly and warning that he is the “antithesis of the club’s values of modesty and humility”. Atletico have been one of the clubs linked to signing Ronaldo since it was reported that the 37-year-old wanted to leave Manchester …

Leaked audio reveals Sergio Ramos asked for help to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020
2 years, 6 months ago

Leaked audio reveals Sergio Ramos asked for help to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020

Daily Mail  

Sergio Ramos asked Luis Rubiales, head of the Spanish Football Federation, to help him win the Ballon d'Or in 2020 in an extraordinary leaked audio clip that has surfaced. Ahead of the Ballon d'Or award, which was eventually cancelled in 2020 because of the Covid pandemic, Ramos can be heard pleading his case for victory Rubiales and openly asking for …

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