Is Vinicius to Take Home the Ballon d’Or?

According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Vinicius Jr., a star for Real Madrid, is the favorite to win the Ballon d’Or in 2024.

With outstanding play over the course of the previous season, the Brazilian striker has established himself as the world’s best player, defeating a number of formidable rivals.

According to Marca, Vinicius has been notified of his win and will formally accept the Ballon d’Or on October 28 at the Chatelet theater in Paris. This is a significant turning point in Vinicius’ career as he becomes the first Brazilian player to win the coveted award in 17 years, since Kaka did so in 2007.

The previous season, Vinicius Jr. In addition to his captivating performances, Vinicius made a significant contribution to Real Madrid’s major triumphs, helping the Spanish royal team win the Super Cup, Champions League, and La Liga. He out fierce competitors like Rodri and Jude Bellingham thanks to his outstanding performances, which earned him the coveted Ballon d’Or.

In a July interview, Vinicius’s erstwhile Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema confirmed that the 2000-born athlete deservedly won the Ballon d’Or. “If you ask me who will own the Ballon d’Or, I will not hesitate to choose Vinicius,” revealed Benzema. He performed so brilliantly both this year and the year before. Vini is one of the few players who can match his unique skills and match-making abilities.”

Should this triumph hold true, Vinicius will carry on the legacy of legendary Brazilian athletes like Kaka, Ronaldo “beo,” and Ronaldinho—who have elevated Samba football to a global prominence. Vinicius has made a significant career transition from a young player with a lot of promise to a top-tier star.

In addition to having quickness, skill, and inventiveness, Vinicius can call crucial games. That is the aspect that makes the difference, letting him defeat his opponents and become the number one candidate for the Golden Ball award this year. This October, the whole football world will witness a historic moment as Vinicius Jr. officially enters the temple of legends.

The Golden Ball 2024 might be the top of Vinicius’s career, and this also signifies that a new generation of Brazilian football is gradually emerging forcefully.