Real Madrid coach, Carlo Ancelotti has defended the teams move to not represent or be represented at last year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony.
Real Madrid refused to attend the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony held in October in Paris because Vinicius Jr did not received the award.
According to the club, their forward deserved the award more than Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
Although Real Madrid’s move was described as petty and lacked respect.
In addition, it cost Ancelotti the chance to collect his award in person after being named coach of the year.
Yet, before Tuesday’s Champions League play-off clash with City at Etihad Stadium, the 65-year-old former Chelsea, Juventus and AC Milan coach said: “I don’t think it was the wrong decision.
“We thought Vini was the winner of the Ballon D’Or. It doesn’t mean we don’t respect Rodri because he is a fantastic player. I think Rodri deserved to win it the year before.”
