Vinicius Junior stated that the banner from Man City fans supporting Rodri in the Ballon d’Or debate inspired him to deliver an outstanding performance in Real Madrid’s comeback victory of 3-2 in the Champions League

Vinicius reacts perfectly to mocking banner at Etihad Stadium

Vinicius Junior said a banner from Man City fans – backing their Rodri in the Ballon d’Or controversy – helped inspire him to put in a brilliant performance in Real Madrid’s 3-2 comeback win in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Man City fans mocked Vinicius by holding up a banner showing Rodri kissing the Ballon d’Or trophy, along with the lyrics and title of the Oasis song, “Stop Crying Your Heart Out” – suggesting the Brazilian star should stop crying after losing out on the prestigious individual award late last year. Man City midfielder Rodri Vinicius to the 2024 Ballon d’Or award from France Football magazine in October, finishing just 41 points ahead. In response, Vinicius and anyone associated with Real Madrid did not attend the awards ceremony in Paris. A few months later, Vinicius won the FIFA Men’s Player of the Year award…