Rodri joins elite group with World Cup, Champions League and Ballon d'Or

Spain's captain Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, known as Rodri, lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy and was awarded the tournament's Ballon d'Or for his performances across eight matches. The midfielder also captained Manchester City to a Champions League title in 2023, completing the rare achievement of winning the World Cup, the Champions League and the Ballon d'Or – a distinction held by only eleven players in football history.

Rodri's success adds him to a short list that includes legends such as Franz Beckenbauer, Gerd Müller, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldinho, Kaká, Lionel Messi and others. His collection of trophies also features a Euro‑2024 title, the Nations League, multiple Premier League crowns and the Club World Cup, reinforcing his status as one of Spain's most decorated players.

His inclusion in this exclusive club highlights a historic moment for Spanish football, marking the first time a Spanish player has achieved the full set of the sport's three most prestigious honours.