During the Ballon d’Or ceremony, Toni Kroos posted this photo to Instagram and referred to Vinicius Junior as “the best.”

“I love you, Antonio,” Vini spoke back.

Despite early predictions, it was previously stated that Rodri would win the Ballon d’Or before Vinicius Junior.

The award’s organizers, France Football, maintain that no one can predict the winner. However, Real Madrid has already responded to the leaks by choosing not to attend the event.

Toni Kroos: The Ballon d’Or will go to Rodri. I’ve never thought these individual football trophies are that important.