Real Madrid's Toni Kroos has emphasized his lack of interest in individual awards, including the prestigious Ballon d'Or, asserting that they hold minimal importance in a team sport.
Toni Kroos, who plays for a club renowned for producing multiple Ballon d'Or winners, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, and Karim Benzema, maintained his stance against prioritizing individual recognition in football. He believes that team achievements far outweigh individual accolades.
On his podcast, Kroos expressed, "My opinion is that individual awards are unnecessary in a team sport. I’ve always said that, and I stand by that. No single player would have won anything on their own."
He went on to distinguish between prestige and importance, stating, "It is prestigious, but not important. That’s a big difference. My idea is simply that I don’t find it important, or not as important as other players. No single player would have won anything on their own."
Toni Kroos, a highly decorated player, boasts an impressive list of accomplishments, including five Champions League trophies, three La Liga and Bundesliga titles each, and a World Cup victory with the German national team.
The midfielder, known for his contributions to team success, will continue his campaign with Real Madrid, with an upcoming match against Sevilla following the international break.
