Rodri was a surprise winner of the Ballon d'Or on Monday night and his triumph did not sit well with a number of Premier League stars
Spurs striker Richarlison was raging at Rodri being named the Ballon d'Or recipient, leading a chorus of disapproval from various Premier League stars.
Fuming Real voiced their objections to their player's omission after Vinicius' standout showings in their charge to La Liga and Champions League glory. And his Brazil teammate Richarlison took to Instagram with a detailed critique targeting France Football, the Ballon d'Or organisers. "Unfortunately, for reasons that no one can understand, the award did not come. And don't get me wrong, Rodri is a great player who deserves to be among the best. But Vini not winning the Ballon d'Or was embarrassing, and the only one who lost today was football.
In a message to Vinicius, he posted on Instagram: "Just so you know that I'm proud to say that I'm your friend, that I admire you and root for you more than any victory of mine! That I admire your story and the person you've become! You're the best! Even if they say otherwise! I love you and we're closer than ever! Always moving forward!
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