Rodrygo turns resentment over missing out on Ballon d’Or.

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Real Madrid striker Rodrygo Goes admits he feels bad about being left off the 30-man shortlist for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, but believes he deserves it too. He hopes to turn his resentment into a tonic to create a great performance in the new season that no one would dare to reject.

Rodrygo won La Liga and the Champions League with Los Blancos. While his personal statistics include 51 games in all competitions, 17 goals and 9 assists last season.

However, he was overshadow by the likes of Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior. Promotion Ufabet and the jury of France Football magazine, the host of the awards, passed over the 23-year-old. 

Of course, the young Brazilian is hurt and disappoint, but he will turn his resentment into creative energy. 

“I was disappoint because I thought I deserve to be in the list,” he told Ufabet Brazil.

“I don’t want to look down on the players who are in the running, I think they are also worthy, I just think

Being a versatile player who plays in many positions for both club and country is another reason why Rodrygo may be consider out of the list.

“Often I’m just a stopgap,” the positive-minded forward add. 

“Does anyone have to miss a spot? Send Rodrigo in instead.”

“If the right winger is not available, Rodrigo will play. If we are short of a #9 striker – Rodrigo is ready to serve.” 

“The sack status might be an obstacle to consideration. But I am a player who looks at the team’s interests first.” 

The selection committee is led by Ivory Coast , Chelsea and Marseille legend Didier Drogba, along with media outlets in the network. The announcement of the award is schedule for October 28 .