Real Madrid players and a huge number of fans were expecting Vinicius Jr to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.

At the end, Manchester City’s Rodri, won the award.

Real Madrid players have shown support to Vinicius Jr who was snubbed for the award.

Eder Militao wrote on Facebook: “[Vinicius] You are the best and no one can take that away from you. The best!

Camavinga on X: FOOTBALL POLITICS ❌ My brother [Vinicius] you are the best player in the world and no award can say otherwise. Love you my bro.”

Fede Valverde on Instagram: “There is no award that can prove how good you are. And I’m not just talking about your quality as a player, but off the field as well. I love you, brother.”

Arda Guler posted on Instagram supporting Vinicius while Andriy Lunin shared his thoughts on the same platform.

Aurelien Tchouameni added his thoughts on Instagram.

Ex-Madrid stars Marcelo and Karim Benzema also shared their reactions.

Do you think Rodri deserved to win this award ahead of Vinicius Jr?