Benzema Supports Vinicius for Ballon d'Or

Karim Benzema has expressed his belief that Vinicius Junior will eventually win the Ballon d'Or, despite the Brazilian forward missing out to Manchester City's Rodri in 2024. This outcome led to a boycott of the award ceremony by Vinicius and his Real Madrid teammates. Benzema, who now plays for Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, met with Vinicius during a recent team visit and encouraged him to maintain his intensity, asserting that he is the best in the world. While Vinicius won FIFA's Men's 'The Best' award recently, he scored 24 goals and provided nine assists last season, showcasing his talent. Benzema also emphasized that to win the prestigious award, Vinicius must continue to win titles. The debate surrounding the Ballon d'Or result has sparked discussions among footballers, with Cristiano Ronaldo supporting Vinicius's claim to the award over Rodri.