Former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has given his take on the 2024 Ballon d'Or controversy.
Current Los Blancos striker Vinicius Junior looked certain to secure his first title at the iconic ceremony in Paris in late 2024.
However, despite playing a crucial role in Real Madrid's La Liga and UEFA Champions League double, the Brazilian was overlooked for the number 1 spot.
After learning of the decision to give the award to Spanish star Rodri, Real Madrid launched a club-wide boycott of the awards as the feud continued.
Ronaldo spoke at the Globe Soccer Awards, as both he and Vinicius Jr. won trophies in Dubai, and he claimed the call was wrong as the latter deserved the title.
“He did a great job last season and in my opinion he deserved to win the Ballon d'Or,” said Mundo Deportivo.
“It was unfair and I will say that in front of everyone.”
Real Madrid face a quick turnaround, with an early return to competition against Valencia on January 3, the match looming at the end of 2024.
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