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Vinicius Junior Wins FIFA The Best 2024, First Brazilian Winner in 17 Years

Dec 17, 2024, 05:57 PM

Vinicius Junior, the Brazilian forward for Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team, has been awarded the FIFA The Best Men's Player of the Year 2024 in a ceremony held in Doha, Qatar. He is the first Brazilian to win the award since Kaká in 2007, breaking a 17-year gap. Vinicius Jr was recognized for his outstanding performance during the 2023/24 season, scoring 24 goals and providing 11 assists in 39 games for Real Madrid. He played a pivotal role in Real Madrid's success in winning the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, the Spanish Super Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup. The award is voted on by players, coaches, fans, and media.