Iker Casillas and his great attack against the Ballon d'Or: "It's absurd"

Iker Casillas, the legendary Spanish goalkeeper, has launched a scathing attack on the Ballon d'Or award, labeling it "absurd" and questioning the criteria used to determine the winner.

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In a recent interview, Casillas expressed his disbelief at Rodri's victory, arguing that the award lacked any clear basis. "There's no basis for it," he said. "I don't know who the hell chooses them, I don't know who votes... I don't care if it's the captains, the coaches, or the president of Malaysia."

The former Real Madrid and Spain keeper further criticized the lack of transparency in the voting process. "There's nothing to base it on. And I say this because I also don't understand how it's possible that 14 years ago, from 2008 to 2012, no Spaniard won it, especially when we won the World Cup," Casillas added.

Casillas' comments echo those of other former players and fans who have questioned the credibility of the Ballon d'Or. Many believe that the award is often influenced by factors such as popularity and media attention rather than strictly on-field performance.

Analysis and Context:

The controversy surrounding the Ballon d'Or highlights the difficulty of establishing objective criteria for determining the best player in the world. The subjective nature of the voting process and the influence of external factors often lead to debates and disagreements.