Will Vinicius Jr. rise above Ballon d'Or snub to be even better? The choice is his

A week after finishing second in the Ballon d'Or, Vinicius has two choices: succumb to the sting of near-victory, or rise above. Which will he choose?

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'Extraordinary' Vinicius Jr 'will win Ballon d'Or'

Minutes after Real Madrid fans were singing for Vinicius Jr to win the Ballon d'Or, the Brazil forward insisted he wants to "stay at the club forever".

City's Rodri claims Ballon d'Or after Vini Jr. snub

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been awarded the Ballon d'Or after a stellar season that saw him pick up silverware with both club and country.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Madrid players back Vini. Jr after Ballon D'Or snub

Vinícius Júnior's Real Madrid and Brazil teammates have backed the star forward after he lost out to Manchester City's Rodri in the race to win the 2024 men's Ballon d'Or.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Erik ten Hag sacked, Vinicius Jr. Ballon D’or snub & Real Madrid embarrassed in El Clásico | The Cooligans

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the news that Manchester United sacked Erik ten Hag, review the MLS playoff matches from the weekend, and recap Barcelona's El Clásico victory.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

Ballon d'Or 2024 live stream, where to watch, start time, candidates: Will Vinicius Jr. or Rodri win?

Soccer royalty gathers in Paris to find out who will succeed Lionel Messi and Aitana Bonmati

Sports - CBS Sports - October 28

The top five contenders for 2025 Ballon d'Or: Can Vinicius Jr, bounce back? Will it be Lamine Yamal's time?

Who can we expect to win the next Ballon d'Or next year?

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Vinícius, Real Madrid skip Ballon d'Or awards

Vinícius Júnior and his Real Madrid teammates will not travel to Paris for the Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday, sources told ESPN, because they believe Manchester City midfielder Rodri will receive ...

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Neymar backs 'idol' Vini Jr.'s Ballon d'Or claim

Neymar has said he is hoping that countryman Vinícius Júnior becomes the first Brazilian in 17 years to win the Ballon d'Or award.

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Vini Jr., Ballon d'Or drama shows it's only as important as we make it

Real Madrid and Vini Jr.'s boycott of the Ballon d'Or was a surprise, but as the event shows, it's only as important as we make it and for players who are born competitors, it definitely matters.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Spaniards Rodri and Bonmatí win Ballon d'Or award as Real Madrid snubs ceremony

Spanish midfielders Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí won the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or award on Monday as the world’s best soccer players, while Real Madrid snubbed the star-studded ceremony in Paris ...

Sports - ABC News - October 28

Vinicius Junior's brilliance for Real Madrid likely earns more than win over Dortmund with Ballon d'Or looming

The Brazilian was at his best on Tuesday in the Champions League

Sports - CBS Sports - October 23

Erik ten Hag finally shown the door at Manchester United | Ballon d'Or drama with Vinicius Junior and Rodri

Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, Barcelona romp in El Classico, USWNT win again and more

Sports - CBS Sports - October 28

Wiegman disappointed by Ballon d'Or scheduling

England manager Sarina Wiegman has said it is "really disappointing" that the Ballon d'Or ceremony is once again clashing with the women's international break.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Hemp and Shaw on 'dream' Ballon d'Or nominations

England international Lauren Hemp says she "always dreamed" of being nominated for the Ballon d'Or award.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

Haaland skips Ballon d'Or for Swedish title clash

Erling Haaland won't attend Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris, preferring instead a trip to Sweden where his friend can win the league with Malmö.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Spain and Barcelona's Bonmati wins women's Ballon d'Or

Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati wins the Women's Ballon d'Or for the second year in a row.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

Bonmatí wins second straight Ballon d'Or Féminin

Aitana Bonmatí has retained the Ballon d'Or Féminin, seeing off competition from teammate Caroline Graham Hansen to win the award for the second straight year.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

'Not respected' Real Madrid absent from Ballon d'Or

European champions Real Madrid were awarded best club but chose not to attend Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony over a perceived lack of respect.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

Ballon d'Or should be a celebration, but for the women's game, it's a disgrace

The same issues continue to preside towards women's football by the Ballon d'Or ceremony.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Hayes: Ballon d'Or award timing not fair to women

United States women's national team head coach Emma Hayes has criticized the timing of the Ballon d'Or awards during a women's FIFA window.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

Tebas criticises Madrid for Ballon d'Or no-show

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has criticised Real Madrid for boycotting the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris on Monday.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

'Him against the world' - how Vinicius Jr's fight goes beyond football

Despite missing out on the 2024 Ballon d'Or, fans of Vinicius Jr believe it is only ever going to be a matter of when, not if.

Vinícius Júnior's hat trick showcases Ballon d'Or credentials in comeback win

Real Madrid's comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League became another memorable night for the Ballon d'Or frontrunner: Vinícius Júnior.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

UCL talking points: How good is Pulisic? Is Vinícius a Ballon d'Or lock?

After matchday three of the newly formatted Champions League, our writers answer the burning questions, provide analysis and break down performances.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Martino: Vini merits Ballon d'Or, Messi still best

Inter Miami coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino has said he believes Vinícius Júnior deserves to win the Ballon d'Or award but still considers Lionel Messi to be "the best" player in the world.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

'I want to be first full-back to win Ballon d'Or'

Liverpool and England's Trent Alexander-Arnold says he wants to become the "greatest right-back to have played football".

Trent: I want to be 1st full-back to win Ballon d'Or

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has said his primary career goal is to become the first full-back to win the Ballon d'Or, adding that he would like to be remembered as the greatest ...

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Man City and Spain midfielder Rodri wins men's Ballon d'Or

Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri wins the men's Ballon d'Or - awarded to the best footballer of the year - for the first time.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

Rodri's success is win for team players and unsung heroes

Attackers have dominated the award, but Rodri showed what is possible for players in less glamorous positions.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Kane shares Ballon d'Or top scorer award with absent Mbappe

Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe win the Ballon d'Or Gerd Muller Trophy for scoring the most goals in Europe.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

'Disaster' to 'winning machine' - how good is Man City's Ballon d'Or winner Rodri?

Man City midfielder Rodri has a strong claim to be the most influential player in the world right now with just one defeat for club or country in the past 18 months.

Top stories - BBC News - October 28

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