2024 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri recently shared a lighthearted exchange he had with fellow Spaniard Álvaro Morata about winning football’s most prestigious individual honor without the help of social media.
He, who secured this year’s award over top competitor Vinicius Junior, highlighted his unconventional approach by joking about his absence from social platforms.
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Rodri Proves Alvaro Morata Wrong
Reflecting on their conversation, Rodri recounted,
“Álvaro Morata always told me: ‘You’re missing out. If you had social media, you’d have a Ballon d’Or.’”
The midfielder then humorously added that he couldn’t resist messaging Morata after his win.
“As soon as I won it, I wrote to him: ‘Look, Ballon d’Or in my hands and still no social media!’”
Rodri’s remarks, shared by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, underscore his preference for staying focused on the game itself, rather than building a personal online presence.
Winning the Ballon d’Or without an active social media profile is rare among top players today, making Rodri’s achievement all the more unique.
His success serves as a reminder that talent and dedication on the pitch can shine through without the digital spotlight, setting him apart in the modern football landscape.
