- Rodri won the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball after captaining Spain to the title, anchoring a midfield that helped a defense concede just one goal all tournament.
- He recorded no goals or assists but dominated with passing and control, shaping Spain’s matches from the center of the park.
- The Manchester City midfielder’s accolade caps a comeback from an ACL injury (returned May 2025) and follows recent honors including the 2024 Ballon d’Or.
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