Rodri is declared winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or. This is an exceptionally special moment since this marks the first time that someone playing for Manchester City gets to take home the Ballon d’Or. Of course, he’s actually the first defensive midfielder that gets to win the accolade in the last 34 years. As Rodri collected the Ballon d’Or, he described himself to be a really humble guy and stated about his influence on the playing field that it was not so much about performance but on how he was the actual pillar of Manchester City winning its fourth consecutive Premier League title.
Rodri Rises Above
Rodri has found the role of becoming a player with the leadership, both from club to country as part and parcel in his appearance since the tournament where Spanish nation has emerged with victory which resulted in them being recorded, with the win which ended as its fourth-tipped title on history here since he emerged part as very important during this wins. This is his first Ballon d’Or, ending a 60-year drought for Spain. The last Spanish player to have won the award was Luis Suarez of Barcelona in 1960.
Breaking Ground as a Defensive Midfielder
Rodri’s record is also impressive because he is the first defensive midfielder since German Lothar Matthaus in 1990 to win the Ballon d’Or. His style of play, acumen and consistent influence attract applause from football fans across the globe and analysts. In general, his capability to perform both at clubs and national levels has made him stand out as one of the world’s best midfielders.
Appreciation from Pep Guardiola and Manchester City’s Victory
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager, has not been shy to praise Rodri for what he brings to the team- a skill set that cannot be beaten in his position. Also, the win indicates growth for Manchester City as the powerhouse of European football because Manchester City continues producing world-stage players.
Spanish Football and Midfielders Worldwide Win
Rodri has now become one of just two other Spanish players besides Alfredo Di Stefano and Luis Suarez to have been crowned the Ballon d’Or, thereby taking him into legendary status among Spanish footballers and making a hero out of the midfield player who is mostly shunned in the light of forwards and wingers. His victory has been a great step forward for players in his position and a triumph for Spanish football, echoing the sentiments of fans and players who share admiration for the skill and dedication required to master the art of midfield.
The Sportz Planet Desk,
Atharva Shetye
