The year 2024 was a rollercoaster for football, filled with moments of triumph and heartbreak. The beautiful sport delivered unforgettable drama from Rodri’s Ballon d’Or victory to Kylian Mbappé’s high-profile move to Real Madrid. Real enjoyed a spectacular season, achieving a remarkable double by winning the 2023-24 La Liga title and their 15th Champions League trophy.
In contrast, Manchester City maintained their domestic dominance with another Premier League title, but Pep Guardiola’s side hit a rough patch, managing just one win in their last 12 matches – a surprising low for the reigning champions. Also Read: Kylian Mbappe cooks Sevilla with a golazo, silences critics with big performance in Real Madrid jersey For Indian football fans, 2024 brought about an emotional moment as Sunil Chhetri, the talismanic striker and a legend of the game, announced his retirement from international football. Meanwhile, Spain ushered in a new golden generation on the European stage, clinching the UEFA Euro 2024 title with a thrilling victory over England in the final.
Rodri wins Ballon d’Or, leaves Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid angry Rodri claimed the 2024 Ballon d'Or, edging out Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. for football's most coveted individual honour. The defensive midfielder has been a cornerstone of Manchester City’s success in recent years and played a pivotal role in Spain's UEFA Euro 2024 triumph, where he was named Player of the Tournament.
Rodri's absence due to inj.