Real Madrid TV Cancels Ballon d’Or Show: Club States the Award No Longer Exists for Them

According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Real Madrid is extremely disappointed and angry after Vinícius Júnior “lost out” on the Ballon d’Or at the last moment, believing that the award has lost its value and “no longer exists in reality.”

Reports indicate that Real Madrid TV has canceled a five-hour special program prepared for the Ballon d’Or, and the club is no longer mentioning the award.

On Monday morning, rumors began circulating within the club that Vinícius might not win the award. Although it was just speculation, the news spread quickly, leading to uncertainty about the trip to the ceremony.

Ultimately, the Brazilian player and the club decided not to attend the award ceremony in Paris. By midday on Monday, while the players were still training at Valdebebas, the club made the final decision. The future response to this situation is unclear, but currently, the club is united in the belief that: “The Ballon d’Or no longer exists for us.”

Real Madrid’s message is now very clear: “Focus on the game.” After the disappointment, head coach Carlo Ancelotti realized that the team must concentrate on training and upcoming matches, especially after their 0-4 loss to Barcelona.

Prior to this, all information received by Real Madrid pointed to Vinícius winning the Ballon d’Or. A 50-person delegation led by club president Florentino Pérez had planned to attend the ceremony, indicating the club’s confidence in Vinícius winning the award.

Vinícius and his sponsors also had high hopes for the Ballon d’Or, with Nike even planning a celebration at its Gran Vía store in Madrid.