Vinicius Junior's chances of winning the Ballon d'Or took a hit after a dismal showing at the 2024 Copa America and now a new favourite has been named.
According to the ex-footballer-turned-pundit, Vinicius Junior does not deserve to win the prizeThe Brazilian winger had an outstanding season, playing a crucial role in Real Madrid's successful campaign, which saw them win both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League in the 2023-24 season.
Vinicius Junior has been told one of his Real Madrid teammates deserves to win the Ballon d'Or more than him. Photos by Soccrates Images and Franck Fife.However, his performance with the Brazilian national team at the Copa America has cast doubt on his candidacy for the prestigious Golden Ball prize.The 28-year-old led Spain to their fourth European Championship in Germany and was named Player of the Tournament, bolstering his Ballon d'Or credentials.
Nicol, who works with ESPN, contends that Bellingham should be the frontrunner instead of the Brazilian. " Bellingham should win the Ballon d'Or. How can Vini be a favourite above him?" he claimed on Extra Time, as cited by The 62-year-old highlighted Bellingham's pivotal role in the Three Lions run to the final of Euro 2024 as a key factor placing him ahead of Vinicius."Vini didn't have a good run at Copa and got suspended. Jude, I remind you, played in the Euro final," Nicol added.While Vini Jr. excelled at club level, he endured a torrid time replicating his form with Brazil as the Selecao crashed out of the Copa America.Viginia Akinyi is the current import editor at Briefly News.
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