RIO FERDINAND BLASTS BALLON D’OR VOTERS OVER VINICIUS JR SNUB
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has slammed the Ballon d’Or voters for snubbing Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr, calling the decision “scandalous”. Ferdinand’s comments come after he famously endorsed Vinicius Jr during the Champions League final.
_FERDINAND’S VERDICT:_
“Vinicius Jr’s exclusion from the Ballon d’Or top three is scandalous,” Ferdinand said. “He’s been phenomenal this season, and his impact on Real Madrid’s success is undeniable.”
_VINICIUS JR’S STATS:_
– 22 goals, 15 assists in 34 appearances for Real Madrid this season
– Key player in Los Blancos’ La Liga and Champions League title pursuits
– Brazil international with 24 caps, 4 goals
_FERDINAND’S ENDORSEMENT:_
During the Champions League final, Ferdinand praised Vinicius Jr, saying: “He’s the one who gets you screaming, ‘Wow, what a player!'”
_BALLOON D’OR CONTROVERSY:_
– Vinicius Jr finished seventh in the voting
– Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland took the top three spots
_FERDINAND’S CRITICISM:_
“The voting process needs scrutiny,” Ferdinand added. “It’s unacceptable to overlook Vinicius Jr’s incredible performances.”
_REAL MADRID’S REACTION:_
– Manager Carlo Ancelotti expressed disappointment over Vinicius Jr’s snub
– Teammate Luka Modrić praised Vinicius Jr’s growth and importance to the team
_FANS REACT:_
– Widespread agreement with Ferdinand’s assessment on social media
– Calls for reform in the Ballon d’Or voting process
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