Vinicius Junior Wins FIFA Best Player Award

Vinicius Junior has claimed the 2024 FIFA The Best award, overcoming disappointment from his Ballon d’Or snub. In a defiant social media post, he declared himself the best player in the world, emphasizing that he has faced attempts to diminish his achievements. The Real Madrid star, who scored 24 goals in 39 appearances last season, attributed his success to support from various teams and personal determination. Following his triumph, Vinicius received congratulations from teammates and soccer icons, including Neymar and Kaká. His award comes after a stellar campaign that saw Real Madrid clinch both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League titles. Critics had previously suggested that Vinicius’s behavior contributed to his Ballon d’Or loss, but he has firmly rejected those claims.