Brazil national team send touching message to Vinicius after Ballon d’Or loss | OneFootball

Just a day before Rodri was officially named the Ballon d’Or winner, Vinicius Jr. was confident that he would receive the prestigious honour.

This belief was not held by Vinicius alone; Real Madrid, along with his sponsors, were equally convinced that he would take home the award.

However, in a surprising turn of events, Real Madrid received information that no player from their club would be awarded, leaving them taken aback.

Events that followed

The club felt the last-minute decision was disrespectful, and, as a result, they opted to stand their ground by choosing not to attend the event.

Real Madrid made it clear that they would not participate in a gathering where they felt their players and reputation weren’t given the respect they deserved.

In their statement, they also hinted at UEFA’s involvement, suggesting that they felt the governing body played a role in the perceived disregard.

Support pouring for Vinicius

Brazil national team stands in favour of Vinicius Jr.

Despite the disappointment, Vinicius has continued to receive strong backing from his teammates and others within the football community.

Real Madrid’s players and staff have been vocal in their support, standing by him after the unexpected change. Alongside his club, members of the Brazilian national team have also been quick to rally behind him, showcasing their solidarity.

The Brazilian Football Federation joined the growing support for Vinicius, sharing a heartfelt message to express their pride and admiration for him. They posted on social media, reminding Vinicius that he is cherished and supported by his entire nation.

“Vini, your roots are golden. We’ll always be together. The entire nation is proud of you,” read the statement.

For Vinicius, the outpouring of support has been a silver lining amid the disappointment. Though the Ballon d’Or did not go his way this year, it is clear that both his club and country hold him in high regard and are firmly behind him.