'I want to thank myself' - Rodri 'shocked' by World Cup success with Spain after coming through 'tough time' to land tournament Golden Ball
Goal | 20.07.2026 17:30
The midfield general was officially named the best player at the 2026 World Cup, beating out Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe to the Golden Ball. Reflecting on his personal battle to reach the summit of the game again, Rodri said: "We're a bit shocked right now, even myself. I cannot express with words. I think now we're like in a cloud but, for me, it's been a very tough time.
