Comments from the publication’s editor-in-chief after Rodri won the prestigious award
The achievement of the Ballon d’Or by Rodri, from Manchester City, generated criticism within Real Madrid, who hoped to see Vinícius Jr.’s performance recognized by the France Football. After the gala, the publication reacted to the displeasure of meringues for not seeing the Brazilian winning.
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«Obviously, Vinícius certainly suffered with the presence of Bellingham and Carvajal in the top-5, because mathematically that took away some points from him. This also reflects Real Madrid’s season, which had three and four players [entre os candidatos] and the jurors divided their votes between them, which benefited Rodri», declared Vincent Garcia, editor-in-chief of the publication.
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The same person in charge was later asked about the conversation with the Spanish club, in which he realized that the striker would not be distinguished: «I had a lot of pressure from Real Madrid, but, as with other clubs, I was always clear, fair and perhaps the my silence has pushed them to the limit. But it was the same with the others. I was unpleasantly surprised by his absence.’
“We were very clear with them and with all the other clubs. This year, winner and prize winner were not going to be notified. I thought everyone had accepted it, but at the last minute, I don’t know why, they wanted to change the rule. When Real Madrid made their decision, I’m not sure there wouldn’t be a certain amount of disappointment,” he added.
Rodri’s Ballon d’Or Triumph – A Madrid Meltdown
Isn’t it interesting how football can spark outrage with just a whiff of controversy! If you haven’t been living under a rock or busy deciding which overpriced avocado toast to buy, you’d know that Rodri has snagged the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. That’s right, folks! Rodri from Manchester City has stepped into the limelight, leaving Real Madrid fans side eyeing each other like they just saw the last piece of cake disappear at a birthday party.
The Real Madrid Reaction
The faux outrage from the Madrid camp is as predictable as a Saturday morning sitcom. Real Madrid’s own Vinícius Jr. was the golden boy they hoped would take home the trophy. Alas, it seems that dreams can be dashed just like a poorly executed offside trap. Vincent Garcia, the editor-in-chief of France Football, didn’t pull any punches in his commentary on the whole debacle. He pointed out that “Vinícius certainly suffered with the presence of Bellingham and Carvajal in the top-5.” You know what they say: too many cooks spoil the broth—or in this case, too many players spoil the voting!
Pressure Cooker of Expectations
Now, if you thought the award was handed out in a calm environment, think again! Garcia revealed that he felt the heat from Real Madrid—it’s like being in a sauna with a boiling pot of water on your head! He admitted, “I had a lot of pressure from Real Madrid, but, as with other clubs, I was always clear, fair, and perhaps my silence has pushed them to the limit.” Talk about diplomatic skills! The man deserves a medal for managing expectations with the kind of grace we usually only see in a ballet recital.
A Lesson in Disappointment
Football fans love a good plot twist, right? Well, Garcia’s experience with Real Madrid’s expectations sure reads like a soap opera. “I was unpleasantly surprised by his absence,” he added, as if he’d just been told that his favorite café discontinued his one true love—sourdough bread. The real kicker? Despite laying down the law and making it clear that there would be no previews of prize winners this year, it seems the Madrid outfit were still waiting on their golden ticket until the last moment.
Conclusion
So here we are, piling up the gossip and drama like it’s a never-ending buffet. While Rodri is basking in his glory, Vinícius Jr. might want to indulge in a few extra training sessions—because in the world of football, there’s always another chance to dazzle, and who knows where the next Ballon d’Or will land? Real Madrid may need to dust off the ol’ trophy cabinet for next time—or at least find out where the trophy committee hides their favours. Until then, grab your popcorn, everyone! We’re in for another season of surprises, disappointments, and plenty of cheeky banter.
Insights from the editor-in-chief following Rodri’s historic achievement
Rodri’s recent triumph in clinching the prestigious Ballon d’Or award has ignited a wave of criticism among Real Madrid supporters, who had their hopes pinned on Vinícius Jr.’s stellar performance being honored by the esteemed France Football. In the aftermath of the ceremony, the publication addressed the dissatisfaction voiced by the Madridistas regarding the Brazilian’s failure to secure the coveted title.
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Vincent Garcia, the editor-in-chief, remarked, «It’s evident that Vinícius faced challenges due to the presence of Bellingham and Carvajal ranking in the top five, as this mathematically impacted his overall score. The situation also mirrors Real Madrid’s season, which featured multiple players among the candidates, resulting in a split in the jurors’ votes that inadvertently favored Rodri».
The esteemed editor was subsequently queried about interactions with the Spanish club, during which he acknowledged that Vinícius Jr. would not be receiving the honor: «I encountered significant pressure from Real Madrid, but maintained transparency and fairness, possibly leading them to feel that my silence was quite telling. However, I treated all clubs equally. I was genuinely surprised by Vinícius’s omission from the awards.»
“We were explicit with them and all the other clubs involved. This year, we communicated that neither the winner nor those receiving awards would be informed beforehand. I had believed that they understood this, but at the last moment, for reasons unknown, there seemed to be a desire to alter the protocol. When Real Madrid reached their conclusion, I cannot be certain there wasn’t some degree of letdown,” he elaborated.
