Real Madrid are confident UEFA are behind Vinicius' defeat

Yesterday, Manchester City midfielder Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d'Or in a surprising outcome, with Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior finishing in second place—an outcome that has reportedly left Real Madrid dissatisfied.

Details: According to Relevo, Real Madrid questions the integrity of the voting process, believing the results were manipulated. The club allegedly suspects UEFA’s involvement, interpreting Vinícius's loss as retaliation for Madrid’s role in founding the Super League.

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In the days leading up to the Ballon d'Or ceremony, it was widely anticipated that Vinícius would receive the award, a belief held by the player himself.

Reminder: Real Madrid boycotted the ceremony entirely, despite being recognized as the best club of the year and Carlo Ancelotti being awarded Coach of the Year.