In a notable display of solidarity and dissatisfaction, Vinícius Júnior along with his Real Madrid teammates has decided not to attend the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris. This decision primarily stems from the belief that Manchester City’s Rodri will claim the title, an outcome that has incited feelings of injustice among the Madrid players.
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The 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony, a prestigious event honoring the best in football, saw an unexpected boycott from Real Madrid players, including Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior. The decision stemmed from the club’s dissatisfaction with the recognition of Manchester City’s Rodri as the awarded player. While Vinícius was expected to be a prime candidate following an