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Midfielder Rodri, from , countered the criticism made by the award from . . The Spanish player expressed surprise at the Portuguese’s statement, who received the award on five occasions.
According to Rodri, Cristiano’s speech surprised him precisely because the Portuguese knew how the France Football election works.
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“Well, it was really a surprise, because he knows better than anyone how this award works. And especially how the winner is chosen. This year, the journalists who voted thought I should win. It was probably these same journalists who at some point voted for him to win, and I imagine that he would agree then”, highlighted Rodri in an interview with the Spanish newspaper As.
The Manchester City midfielder, who is recovering from cruciate ligament and meniscus injuries, also detailed the impact of the award on his life.
“It changed my life. Maybe I wasn’t conscious when I won, but it changed my life. The impact of going out on the street is no longer the same. Many things that I could do before, evidently I can no longer do. But it’s good, it’s for a good reason, it’s because of this recognition I received and which was so important for me and my family. It’s an unforgettable moment”, he concluded.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s criticism was made on December 27th, during the Globe Soccer Awards. in Dubai. During his speech, after being elected best active player in the Middle East, CR7 disagreed with France Football’s choice, saying he should have been chosen as the best player in the world.
“I love the way they are making their career… Bellingham, Lamine (Yamal), this new generation. Vinicius, who is doing a fantastic job. He deserved the Ballon d’Or. It was unfair. I speak in front of everyone. They gave it to Rodri. He deserves it too. Vinicius won the Champions League, scored a goal. The other questions are not important. When you deserve it, you have to receive it”, said the Portuguese.
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After being named best player of the year at the Globe Soccer Awards, . commented on Cristiano Ronaldo’s speech about the election of .
“If Cristiano is talking, I will end up believing that I am or better. He is my idol, along with Neymar. And it is an honor for me to receive the award in front of them”, said Vinícius.
