"I was in a private party" - Rodri addresses controversial Vinicius chants

Manchester City midfielder Rodri made headlines when he was surprisingly named as the winner of the 2024 Ballon d'Or ahead of a Vinicius who was seen by almost everyone as the favorite.

In addition, the Spanish midfielder was harshly criticized especially by Real Madrid fans on social media after a video of him changing the lyrics of the song “Bella ciao” to “Vinicius ciao” went viral.

The international with Spain gave an interview to 'El Partidazo' in which he was asked about the controversial song in which he mocked the Brazilian winger after winning the award.

"I was in a private party, just celebrating, it’s all normal things… I’d never disrespect anyone. I respect Vinicius, Real Madrid and the other one competing for the Ballon d’Or," he said.