Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has been named the best footballer in the world for the 2023/2024 season.
The fact is that it was this athlete who was awarded the Golden Ball, a prestigious individual award.
The ceremony itself took place in the capital of France, TASS reports.
By the way, for the first time in the last two decades, neither the Argentine Lionel Messi nor the Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo were in contention for the award.
Rodri's Career
The Spanish footballer began his professional career in 2015. Then he became a player for Villarreal.
Three years later, Rodri moved to Atletico Madrid.
And since 2019, the Spaniard has been a part of the Manchester City team.
Rodri spent the 2023/2024 season at a very high level. As part of the Spanish national team, he became the winner of the continental football championship, and as part of Manchester City, he became the champion of England.
It is worth noting that before Rodri's success, Spanish representatives remained without the Golden Ball for 64 years.
Which football players made it into the top 3
Brazilian Vinicius, who plays for Real Madrid, came one step away from the award. This footballer took second place in the list compiled based on the results of the voting.
Another representative of the "creamy" team came in third place. We are talking about Jude Bellingham, who is also a player of the England national team.
