Real Madrid and the Ballon d’Or have a rocky relationship that shows no signs of improvement. Last year, the club boycotted the event after Rodri’s win was deemed unfair compared to Vinícius. The result? Not a single player, coach, or executive made the trip to Paris. And this year, the situation is no different, as Madrid remains discontented with the awards process.
The tension continues for Real Madrid, which is reeling from a season without major titles. Despite nominations for stars like Mbappé, Vinícius, and Bellingham, none are seen as frontrunners. France Football has made efforts to mend ties with the club, but president Florentino Pérez remains unmoved, indicating a deep-rooted frustration that lingers.
Real Madrid Will Boycott the Ceremony
Adding to the tension is UEFA’s involvement in the ceremony, which is problematic for Madrid, still at odds with the organization over the Super League debacle. This ongoing rift makes it even less likely for the club to participate in the festivities, further emphasizing their discontent with the football establishment.
Unless there’s a last-minute change, Real Madrid will once again skip the Ballon d’Or ceremony on September 22. This new boycott signals that the issues surrounding the prestigious award have not been resolved for the Merengues, and they are still unwilling to play along with a system they feel has wronged them.
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