Meet the Ballon d’Or 2024 winner!
Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, also known as Rodri, is a superstar football player! He won the 2024 Ballon d’Or, which means he is the best footballer in the world. At 28 years old, he plays for Manchester City and the Spanish national team.
Last season, Rodri was amazing! He lost only one match and won important titles like the Premier League, Euro 2024, and the FIFA Club World Cup. He is the first player from Manchester City and the first Spaniard since 1960 to win this award.
About Rodri.
Rodri, who was born in June 1996, is a fantastic football player. He plays defensive midfielder for Manchester City and the Spanish national team.
Rodri started playing football at Villarreal, moved to Atlético Madrid, and joined Manchester City in 2019. He is known for his excellent passing skills and strong plays on the field, making him one of the world’s best.
Real Madrid was criticised.
Real Madrid didn't attend the event because they thought their player, Vinicius Junior, should win. When they heard he might not win, they decided not to go.
Fans and sports experts said it was not fair and disrespectful to Rodri, the winner. They believed Real Madrid should have gone to the event no matter what.
