Real Madrid star admits he’s angry at Ballon d’Or snub

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Seven Real Madrid players made the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist, but Rodrygo was not considered.

Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Toni Kroos, Dani Carvajal, Antonio Rudiger and Federico Valverde were all nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

Rodrygo has revealed his anger at being snubbed.

“I was upset, I think I deserved it [making the Ballon d’Or top 30],” Rodrygo told ESPN.

“I don’t want to belittle the players who are there, but I think I had a place in the 30. It was a surprise… but there’s not much I can do, I’m not the one who decides these things.

“I made a somewhat mocking post. Now there’s not much to say. Everyone knows my indignation. Everyone [has supported me], both in the national team and at Real Madrid. People sent messages.”