Ballon d’Or Controversy: Zinedine Zidane Weighs In
Zinedine Zidane, a legendary figure in the world of football, has shared his thoughts on the Ballon d’Or award following Manchester City’s Rodri’s win, which came at the expense of Vinicius Jr. Zidane, a former recipient of the prestigious honor, expressed his concerns about the award’s credibility and evaluation criteria.
Zidane referenced the 2018 controversy surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s non-win, despite his exceptional performance. The debate surrounding Luka Modric’s win, which was achieved through a paltry four goals in 81 appearances compared to Ronaldo’s 65 goals in 75 matches, left many questioning the true merit of the award.
In a recent interview with DAZN, Zidane threw his weight behind Vinicius Jr., praising the player’s impressive performance throughout the season. “Vinicius Jr. was the standout performer of the season, and he rightly deserves recognition for his dedication and natural talent,” he said.
Zidane also highlighted the credibility crisis that the Ballon d’Or faced when Cristiano Ronaldo did not win in 2018. “While the winner may not always reflect true merit, the award’s credibility suffered a significant blow that year.” As a former winner of the award himself, Zidane’s opinion carries significant weight in the football world.
