Why Rodrigo should win the 2024 Ballon d’Or. The 2024 annual Ballon d’Or ceremony is fast approaching and many football spectators have been debating who is more deserving of the prestigious award.
Rodri is amongst the top three contenders for the elite award alongside Real Madrid teammates Jude Bellingham and Vinicius, the latter being tipped favorite to clutch the award.
Rodrigo Hernandez had a remarkable season for club and country as he played a pivotal role in the Spain national team and Manchester City, helping The Cityzens win their fourth consecutive Premier league title, a record feat in the English top flight league. The Blues went ahead to win the FIFA Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup (Rodrigo clinching the player of the tournament award for the former). Lacklustre losses led to runner-ups in the Emirates FA Cup and Community Shield Cup against derby rivals Manchester United and North London club Arsenal.
Rodri led a Spanish team of predominant youngsters to a record four times European championship, with a flawless display intewined in laudable flair which saw the football giants win all fixtures and once again Rodrigo secured the player of the tournament award. Unlike fellow contenders who thrive in goal scoring, Rodrigo is more like the engine of his team which is advertently seen in his ability to balance the art of defence and attack, solidity in aerial duels, tackles, Interceptions and blocking shots.. His signature layoff passes just one in his diverse technical arsenal. Rodri’s impact at both national and club level is so delightful as all of Manchester city’s losses last season were recorded only at the absence of the Spaniard and he has led the Spanish national team to an unbelievable 473 days unbeaten run as at the conclusion of the 2024 European tournament were Spain emerged winners. Considering the charisma, skillsets and competence it takes to attain team records like these makes him invariably the heartbeat of his teams.
The stats obviously don't lie as Rodri finished the 2023/2024 premier league season with 17goal and assist aggregate in 34 PL appearances, bagging atleast a goal in the champions league and FIFA Club World Cup respectively. Although missing out in the Champions league trophy as The Blues got bested by Spanish giants Real Madrid in the quarter finals of the tournament, Rodrigo still has a fair chance at the Ballon d'Or as there's a call for great and deserving midfielders to be globally recognized.
