Rodri’s Shocking PFA Awards Answers: Who Did He Choose as the Greatest of All Time?
Manchester City midfielder Rodri made headlines at the 2023/24 PFA awards when he surprisingly named Kevin De Bruyne as the greatest of all time. The 28-year-old Spaniard left many fans stunned, snubbing both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in the process.
Rodri has been in scintillating form recently, playing a key role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph and picking up the Player of the Tournament award. However, his exceptional performance wasn’t enough to get him fit for Manchester City’s Premier League opener, with Pep Guardiola confirming he didn’t train and wouldn’t feature in the match.
Despite his absence from the City squad, Rodri was an automatic selection for the PFA Team of the Year, alongside teammates Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, and Kyle Walker. At the ceremony, Rodri was asked a series of questions, and his answers provided some interesting insights into his opinions on the game.
When asked about the greatest of all time, Rodri didn’t hesitate, naming Kevin De Bruyne without a second thought. This isn’t entirely surprising, given the Belgian midfielder’s impressive record alongside Rodri at Manchester City. The duo has won four consecutive titles together, and their understanding on the pitch is unparalleled.
Rodri’s answers didn’t stop there, as he chose teammates for every category. He selected Erling Haaland as the best goalscorer, Ilkay Gundogan as the most underrated player, and Jeremy Doku as the speediest player. His answers were laced with a clear bias towards his Manchester City teammates, with Riyad Mahrez named as the most skillful player and Rodri himself chosen as the big game player.
The question remains, is Rodri’s opinion on De Bruyne as the greatest of all time a reflection of his own bias, or is there more to it? While De Bruyne’s achievements with Manchester City are undeniable, it’s difficult to ignore the dominance of Ronaldo and Messi throughout their careers.
One thing is for certain, Rodri’s answers have sparked a lively debate among football fans, and it’s an interesting insight into the mind of a top-class midfielder. Whether you agree with Rodri’s choices or not, one thing is clear – he’s a player who knows what it takes to succeed at the highest level.
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