Another Award for Toni Kroos After Retirement
The German Toni Kroos, former Real Madrid player, was named this Wednesday as the "Golden Man", a prize awarded by the Tuttosport newspaper to the best player over 21 years old of the season.
Instrumental in Real Madrid's success, winning the Champions League, LaLiga, and the Spanish Super Cup, Kroos retired from professional football after competing in the last Euros, held in his home country. His national team was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Spain, the eventual champions of the tournament.
Kroos beat Brazilian teammate Vinícius Júnior, also from Real Madrid, and Spaniard Rodrigo Hernández, from Manchester City, who recently won the Ballon d'Or. The award ceremony was held in Turin and took place amidst controversy over Real Madrid's absence at the Ballon d'Or gala, which sparked mixed reactions.
Tuttosport Stands With Real Madrid
The director of Tuttosport, Guido Vaciago, expressed his support for the club by sending a letter to Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, backing the decision not to attend the gala in Paris.
With this recognition, Toni Kroos cements his legacy as one of the most outstanding players of his generation, closing his career with an award that celebrates his impact both on and off the field.
