Real Madrid is reportedly set to boycott the Ballon d’Or ceremony in protest, alleging a lack of respect for its players in recent editions of the prestigious awards event. This decision stems from perceived biases within the selection process, which club sources claim has systematically undervalued the contributions of Real Madrid players, particularly in high-profile competitions such as the UEFA Champions League.
Source:- bbc news
The Ballon d’Or, organized by France Football, is one of football’s highest individual honors, awarded annually to the best male and female players globally. However, Real Madrid feels that the voting process and criteria have not consistently recognized the achievements of their top performers. The club’s frustration is reportedly tied to the recent results where some of its key players were either overlooked or ranked lower than anticipated, despite having outstanding performances and contributions throughout the season.
Source:- news 18
Key figures such as Vinícius Júnior, Karim Benzema, and other notable Real Madrid stars have excelled both domestically and internationally. Nevertheless, the club believes that recent voting outcomes did not fairly reflect their efforts. Club representatives argue that the Ballon d’Or organizers’ focus has shifted, possibly leaning towards commercially popular choices rather than pure merit, which they see as a departure from the award’s original purpose of celebrating the sport’s highest achievements.
This alleged bias has led Real Madrid to take a public stance, showcasing their dissatisfaction by not
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