WHAT HAPPENED?
The defensive midfielder capped off yet another memorable campaign in club and international football as he bagged the Euro 2024 Player of the Year award after playing a stellar role in Spain’s triumph in the continental competition. With four trophy wins now under his belt, including the Premier League title with the Cityzens and the Euro 2024 title with La Roja, the Spaniard has been tipped to win the Ballon d’Or this year by former Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen. The Belgian wrote on X after Spain’s final win: “Rodri ballon d’or confirmed.”
The defensive midfielder capped off yet another memorable campaign in club and international football as he bagged the Euro 2024 Player of the Year award after playing a stellar role in Spain’s triumph in the continental competition. With four trophy wins now under his belt, including the Premier League title with the Cityzens and the Euro 2024 title with La Roja, the Spaniard has been tipped to win the Ballon d’Or this year by former Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen. The Belgian wrote on X after Spain’s final win: “Rodri ballon d’or confirmed.”
Rodri ballon d’or confirmed
— Jan Vertonghen (@JanVertonghen) July 14, 2024
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GettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Another Spanish star was also recognised for his brilliance throughout the tournament in the form of Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal. The 17-year-old performed consistently for Luis de la Fuente’s side and contributed with an assist in the final from which Nico Williams broke the deadlock.
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(C)Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT?
The Spanish duo are expected to take a well-earned break before they join their respective clubs for pre-season. Both City and Barcelona are scheduled to tour the U.S. for friendly matches later this month.
Source Goal.com
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