Vinicius to skip Ballon d'Or ceremony as Rodri expected to win

As the prestigious Ballon d'Or ceremony approaches, a trend has emerged where top contenders who suspect they won't win often choose not to attend. This year may be no different.

Details: Long viewed as a leading candidate, Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior was expected by many to be a top contender for the award. However, RMC Sport reports that the Brazilian forward will not be attending the ceremony, as he and his camp believe he won’t be claiming the prize. Rumors suggest that Manchester City midfielder Rodri may be the one to take home the trophy instead.

Reminder: The Ballon d'Or ceremony will begin at 19:00 Central European Time. Previously, Dailysports shared information on where fans can watch the event live and for free.