Vinicius Junior will always remember October 28, 2024, as the day he thought he would win the Ballon d'Or, only for his hopes to be dashed in the morning. After watching Rodri claim the prestigious award in Paris, the Brazilian took to social media with a determined message: "I will do it 10 times if necessary. They are not ready." Later, he posted another message, this time uniting with his Real Madrid teammates: "Together." Simple, yet powerful, Vinicius expressed his gratitude for the support he received from his squad, showing the club's focus had shifted away from the individual honor.

Real Madrid, from the coaching staff to the players, have moved on, concentrating on their upcoming matches. Their next challenge will be against Valencia at Mestalla, followed by a crucial Champions League clash with AC Milan. For them, the spectacle of the Ballon d'Or gala is now in the past, with the club eager to distance itself from an event they felt exploited them. Vinicius’ message was accompanied by an image of the entire squad, taken before the start of the season, standing proudly with Florentino Pérez and Pirri, symbolizing the unity that drives the team forward.

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