🏆 Spanish Stars Rodri and Bonmati Win Big at the Ballon d'Or!
Hey football fans! 🌍 Guess who's taking home the glory? Spain's dynamic duo, Rodri and Aitana Bonmati, have just bagged the Ballon d'Or awards, lighting up the football universe! ✨
Rodri's Golden Moment
Manchester City's midfield maestro, Rodri, clinched the Ballon d'Or for best player in the world! 🌟 He outshined Brazil's Vinicius Jr and England's Jude Bellingham, both from Real Madrid. At 28, Rodri is the first defensive midfielder since Lothar Matthaus in 1990 to win this honor. Talk about breaking the mold! 💥
He was the backbone of Man City's epic fourth successive Premier League win last season and shone bright at the European Championship, where Spain lifted a record-breaking fourth title. 🇪🇸
On stage, an emotional Rodri said:
\"Today is not a victory for me, it's for Spanish football… for so many players who have not won it and have deserved it.\"
He also becomes only the third Spaniard ever to claim the prize, joining legends Alfredo Di Stefano and Luis Suarez. 🎖️
Bonmati's Back-to-Back Triumph
Not to be outdone, Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati grabbed the women's Ballon d'Or for the second time! 🙌 Her stellar performance has solidified her place as one of the greats in women's football. ⚽
Rising Star Alert: Lamine Yamal
Spain's young sensation, Lamine Yamal, won the Kopa Trophy for the best under-21 player! 🌠 He played a key role in Spain's flawless Euro 2024 campaign, showcasing skills beyond his years. Keep an eye on this one! 👀
Awards Galore
- Jennifer Hermoso received the Socrates Award for her fight for women's rights in football and her stand against sexism. 💪
- Real Madrid might have skipped the ceremony, but they snagged the Men's Club of the Year award and saw manager Carlo Ancelotti named Men's Coach of the Year. 🏆
- Barcelona celebrated as the Women's Best Club after their double win in the European and Spanish leagues. 🎉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
