The race for the 2013 Ballon d’Or sparked opinions from top football players. Franck Ribéry asserted his claim, stating that he deserves the award based on his consistent performance for both the national team and Bayern Munich, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic expressed indifference, confident in his abilities and stating that he doesn’t need the trophy to know he’s the best.
Meanwhile, at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, fans voiced their support for Cristiano Ronaldo, who, despite being injured, received overwhelming backing. In a unique and symbolic gesture, 45,000 cardboard masks were distributed, displaying the message “Balon de CristianOROnaldo.” Spectators also held up white sheets marked with Ronaldo’s iconic number 7.
This display of solidarity and appreciation for Ronaldo’s contributions occurred despite his absence from the Champions League match against Galatasaray, where Real Madrid secured a 4-1 victory. The fans at the Santiago Bernabeu made a powerful statement, underscoring Ronaldo’s significance to the club and the immense support he enjoys from the Madrid faithful.
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