Real Madrid star slams Ballon d'Or shortlist in timely message after notable snub
Rodrygo didn't seem happy after the Ballon d'Or finalists were announced (Image: Getty Images)Real Madrid player Rodrygo made his disappointment at being denied the Ballon d'Or clear with a timely Instagram post.The shortlist for the 2024 award was revealed on Wednesday evening, with expected names including Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane.Several Real Madrid stars were in the running, including Jude Bellingham, Antonio Rudiger, Dani Carvajal, Federico Valverde, Vinicius Jr and even the retired Toni Kroos. However, one notable name was missing. window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240903.min.js" Despite an impressive season, Brazilian winger Rodrygo was left out of the squad. The 23-year-old scored 17 goals and pr...