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Vinicius Jr Reveals What Cost Him the Ballon d’Or after Real Madrid Star’s Shock Defeat to Rodri

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Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior reportedly believes his outspoken fight against racism may have cost him the Ballon d’Or, which was awarded to Manchester City’s Rodri instead.

The Real Madrid camp was reportedly shocked on Monday upon learning that Vinicius, despite his standout season helping secure both La Liga and Champions League titles, was overlooked for the prestigious award.

Following the news, Real Madrid and Vinicius decided to boycott the Paris ceremony, while Rodri received the honor.

Shortly after, Vinicius took to social media with a defiant message on X, writing, “I’ll do it 10x if I have to. They’re not ready.”

The Brazilian forward, who has faced repeated racial abuse throughout his career, recently broke down in tears during an interview in March while discussing the ongoing issue.

Vinicius has since been vocal in his stance, calling for Spain to lose its right to host the 2030 World Cup if racism persists, and advocating for harsher penalties, including jail time, for offenders.

His support also extends to Barcelona players Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Alejandro Balde, who were similarly subjected to racial slurs during El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu.

According to his management, Vinicius’ remarks following the Ballon d’Or decision were linked to his ongoing stand against racism. His team stated, “The football world is not ready to accept a player who challenges the system.”

Now, Vinicius will aim to turn his frustration into performance on the field, as Real Madrid faces Valencia in La Liga on Saturday.

Carlo Ancelotti’s side hopes to recover from a recent 4-0 defeat to Barcelona and reignite their momentum in the season.

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Ruben Amorim’s Last Old Trafford Match Shows Exactly What Man Utd Are Missing

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Ruben Amorim’s last visit to Old Trafford with Braga is a stark reminder of the tenacity Manchester United has been missing.

Now, as Erik ten Hag’s tenure comes to an end, United has appointed Amorim as the club’s new manager, hoping he will inject the fighting spirit his Sporting CP side has exemplified, winning two league titles and three domestic cups.

The Red Devils’ lack of resilience this season has been evident, particularly in disheartening 3-0 defeats to Liverpool and Tottenham.

However, Amorim’s 2012 visit to Old Trafford with Braga during the Champions League shows a different type of United—a team that never shied away from a comeback.

In that memorable match, Amorim’s Braga stunned the home crowd, with Brazilian striker Alan scoring twice within the first 20 minutes to give Braga a 2-0 lead. But under Sir Alex Ferguson, United’s resilience was legendary.

Javier Hernandez halved the deficit just five minutes later, Jonny Evans scored an equalizer in the 62nd minute, and ‘Chicharito’ completed the comeback with a winning goal 15 minutes before the final whistle.

The last time United staged a similar comeback was in December 2023, when Rasmus Hojlund’s late goal sealed a 3-2 Boxing Day victory over Aston Villa. Unfortunately, these moments have been rare in recent years.

Ten Hag’s response to United’s loss against Tottenham earlier this season only underscored the team’s lack of self-belief. Reflecting on that game, he said, “I ignore that game against Spurs because we were down to 10, and the red card was later overturned.

Everyone agreed it wasn’t the right decision; it was an injustice to assess the team on that performance.”

If Ten Hag lacked confidence in the team’s ability to fight back, it’s no wonder the players have struggled with resilience. Now, with Amorim’s arrival, there’s hope that he can inspire a revival, driving United to display the grit and determination that once defined the club.

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David de Gea Sends Another Message to Erik ten Hag After Man Utd Sacking

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David de Gea continues to prove former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wrong, earning the Man of the Match award in Fiorentina’s 1-0 win over Genoa.

Since signing with Fiorentina on a one-year contract over the summer, De Gea has shown he still has what it takes after spending 14 months away from professional football.

United released him in 2023 despite his Golden Glove win, choosing to replace him with Andre Onana to align with Ten Hag’s focus on ball-playing ability from the back.

At the time of his departure, De Gea had reportedly agreed to a contract extension before United withdrew the offer.

Following Ten Hag’s sacking this week, De Gea shared his reaction with a simple “pinched fingers” emoji, a symbol often used in Italy to convey frustration or disbelief.

In Thursday’s match, the 33-year-old delivered several critical saves, securing a clean sheet and lifting Fiorentina to fourth in Serie A.

Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino praised the victory: “It was a hard-fought, gritty win in a challenging environment. These types of victories build character and give us confidence.”

Palladino has previously described De Gea as “world-class,” applauding him for saving two penalties in Fiorentina’s 2-1 win over AC Milan earlier this month.

“He’s a true champion and role model,” Palladino said. “Every day, we’re grateful to have such a top goalkeeper.”

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OFFICAL: Man Utd Appoint Amorim as New Head Coach

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Manchester United is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as Head Coach of the men’s first team, pending work visa approval.

According to Club website, Amorim will officially take over on November 11, after fulfilling his current commitments, with a contract lasting until June 2027 and an option for an additional year.

Amorim is regarded as one of the most promising young managers in European football.

With an impressive record as both a player and a coach, he led Sporting CP to two Primeira Liga titles, including their first in nearly two decades.

Until Amorim’s arrival, Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to oversee the team.

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