On Saturday, at a press conference ahead of theNations Leaguefinal, a journalist askedRodriif he could see himself winning the Ballon d’Or, but there were ɾєɑƈτιօɴȿ of surprise among the Spaniards in attєɴԀance.
This season theSpanish midfielderhas won the Champions League, thePremier Leagueand the FA Cup. On Sunday night, he lifted theNations Leaguewith Spain after La Roja beat Croatia on penalties. He scored the goal that helpedCitywin their first Champions League, was voted Champions League Player of the Season and was named Man of the Match in the final against Inter Milan in Istanbul.
After celebrating the win with theCityplayers in Ibiza and Manchester, the 26-year-old joined the La Roja squad going to the Netherlands and was voted the best player in theNations Leagueafter his performances in the semi-final and final.
He’s a key player for Pep Guardiola atCityand will be pivotal for a young Spain side going forward, but despite a remarkable season,Rodriis unlikely to win the Ballon d’Or.
