The Spanish midfielder also became the first Manchester City player to win this award in history.
This Monday marked a historic moment for Spanish football, as Rodrigo Hernández claimed the 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or, finishing ahead of Vinicius Júnior. In receiving this award as the world’s best player for the 2023-24 season, the 28-year-old midfielder also brought the most prestigious individual honour back to the Premier League.
Ronaldo last Ballon d’Or winner from EPL
The last time a player from England’s top flight won this award was in 2008, when Cristiano Ronaldo had a spectacular year with Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United, claiming the EPL title, the UEFA Champions League trophy, and the FA Community Shield. The legendary Portuguese footballer brought glory to Old Trafford, something that has been missing for a while.
This year, it’s Rodri who brings the most coveted award in professional football to Etihad Stadium, after establishing himself as a cornerstone of Pep Guardiola’s team and also shining as a key player for Luis de la Fuente’s Spain. The Spanish pivot’s 2023-24 season includes titles in the Premier League, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and the UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany.
When is Man City’s next home game?
This achievement also marks a new chapter in Manchester City’s history, as Rodri Hernández becomes the first player from the club to win the Ballon d’Or, a recognition fans are sure to celebrate.
Interestingly, City‘s next home match won’t be until November 23 against Tottenham, following four away games against the Spurs (EFL Carabao Cup), Bournemouth (EPL), Sporting Lisbon (UCL), and Brighton (EPL). Let’s see if they light the place up in gold.
Ballon d’Or winners in England
Alongside Rodri and Cristiano Ronaldo, another Ballon d’Or winner from an English top-flight club in the 21st century was Michael Owen with Liverpool in 2001, representing Liverpool. In an earlier era of English football, Manchester United made history with winners George Best (1968), Bobby Charlton (1966), and Denis Law (1964). The first of all, however, was Stanley Matthews with Blackpool FC in 1956.
The race for the 2025 Ballon d’Or is already underway, and the Premier League will be aiming to secure another winner of the world’s most prestigious individual award, with the likes of Erling Haaland in the reckoning. Watching the 2024-25 season unfold will be fascinating as we see which player delivers the best performance.
Wuplmprsuz
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Big big congratulations to the midfield maestro himself RODRI. A well deserved award. Seen it all and conquered it all already . The world cup is next. More success and grease to you . Unarguably the best midfielder in d world . Once again Special congratulations. # More Glory
Litelntz
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MAN CITY HISTORY BREAKERS/SETTERS
Cityzens17CampusD
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😂😂😂 which record? We won 4 in a row, who cares about individual trophies, create delusional ideas to make yourself happy 😂😂
Tell him again bro, he is not responding.
Pebbekmoyz
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You are welcome England
nacbeilpuz
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as e the pain them e the sweat us
Emperor10
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The Balloon d'Or was made in France for Spain.
Jaysonkayson
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That's the record they aim to break, hence they did their manipulation and gave it to Rodri when Vincius was actually the clear favourite.
😂😂😂 which record? We won 4 in a row, who cares about individual trophies, create delusional ideas to make yourself happy 😂😂
jipdloptz
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That's the record they aim to break, hence they did their manipulation and gave it to Rodri when Vincius was actually the clear favourite.
go to hell
AFerusmc6546
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𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗼 𝗜𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘁
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foabdeprty
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Rodri didn't deserve it
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omochris
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That's the record they aim to break, hence they did their manipulation and gave it to Rodri when Vincius was actually the clear favourite.
ropamnoprt
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𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗼 𝗜𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘁
kowaikmp
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rodri did not reserve this ..
kamclmnrsy
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Rodri didn't deserve it
HendricksChibuezePet
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why fifa this year have not given messi the award
shut the hell up, you wrong thinking childm
HendricksChibuezePet
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This shows La Liga is a more dominant league in football.
sihaempruy
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why fifa this year have not given messi the award
moecilnpt
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ggyvvg
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nagato_14
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actually the world did great mistake No, one can be able to reach Lionel Messi, there is no age limit in the football field, Messi Supposed to get 2024, Balloon D'or,but the whole world is jealousy to him in the future Also no one can beat him Good character,manner, Discipline,kinded heart, I assured that he has been choosen by God the Almighty,, the world should not that great mistake
yea Messi deserves all the awards mehn
Boddelmnrt
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actually the world did great mistake No, one can be able to reach Lionel Messi, there is no age limit in the football field, Messi Supposed to get 2024, Balloon D'or,but the whole world is jealousy to him in the future Also no one can beat him Good character,manner, Discipline,kinded heart, I assured that he has been choosen by God the Almighty,, the world should not that great mistake
louknostuy
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This man deserves balloon, he's character is good and hard work pays 👍
JorgeJamaika
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It has been Cristiano Ronaldo in 2008 now it's Rodri.
Fiodmotuyz
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congrats Rodry
Danielclef
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Congratulations Rodri 🎉👑