I won Ballon d’Or because I’ve been consistent – RODRI



Thursday, November 14, 2024 - Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has stated why he thinks he was crowned 2024 Ballon d’Or winner.

To the surprise of many football fans, Rodri was surprisingly named the winner of the prestigious individual award, beating off competition from favourite Vinicius Junior.

Aside helping City retain their Premier League title, Rodri was part of the Spanish side that won the 2024 Euros and was named Player of the Tournament and Rodri belives it was well earned.

“I think I won the Ballon d’Or because I’ve been consistent. It’s the most difficult skill in football,” he told @partidazocope.

“I think I’ve been the most regular player in the world this year, yes.”

Rodri, who is expected to be out for the rest of the campaign due to injury,compared Erling Haaland to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

He added:“The most decisive player in the world in terms of numbers is Erling Haaland.

“He’s the only player who could come close to Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

“He is also very young and will be there for many years.”

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