Rodri’s season-ending injury means he will not be suitable to defend the jewel he won in 2024- so who are the main contenders to succeed the Spaniard?
Still, suppose again, if you allowed the Ballon d’Or caption- grabbing days were over after Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s period of dominance ended. After one of the closest contests for times, Rodri came out on top in 2024, beating Vinicius Junior into alternate place, while c dramatically transacted the form in Paris in kick at their star player not playing.
Unfortunately, Rodri won’t be able to defend his title in 2025, as the Manchester City midfielder suffered a knee injury in September that ended his season. The door is open for several players to replace the Spanish star, and the race for the Golden Ball is heating up.
The 2024- 25 season won’t feature transnational events, just like its former two seasons, so the destination of the Ballon d’Or will be decided solely on club performances. This opens it up for all feathers of individualities who may not partake the same success with their countries as others, while the possibility of a new- look Club World Cup could also be considered.
