Rodri Earns Well-Deserved Ballon d’Or for His Role as Manchester City

The enormous impact Rodri made to Manchester City’s and Spain’s victories last season is acknowledged by his Ballon d’Or win. The 28-year-old, who is renowned for his poise and tactical awareness on the field, has developed from a subtly powerful presence to a key member of both teams’ lineups who skillfully directs play.

The best holding midfielders “hide behind the team,” yet their skill drives the club’s success, according to City manager Pep Guardiola in 2021. Since then, Rodri’s tactical acumen and nearly invincible presence have made him invaluable, and Guardiola has come to recognize his worth after excluding him from the 2021 Champions League final—a decision that City supporters will never forget.

“The Perfect Computer” is widely recognized

Rodri was hailed as the key component of both teams last season as he stood “front and center” when City won the Premier League and Spain won the European Championship. His Ballon d’Or victory confirms his position as the “perfect computer” that enables City and Spain to succeed, a distinction that rightfully places him among the greatest in the world.