Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior has won the 2024 FIFA The Best Award.

The Brazilian was announced winner at an event in Doha on Tuesday night.

The award is voted for by a mix of four equally weighted jury groups: current coaches and captains from each team, one special journalist from each territory, and fans.

Aitana Bonmatí has been chosen for a second year in a row as the best female player.

Vinicius makes up for the bitter defeat of the Ballon d’Or, the most prestigious football award in the world, by winning arguably the second most prestigious award. And this time, he has been there to accept it, as well as Carlo Ancelotti, winner of best coach.

The whole Real Madrid squad is in Qatar, preparing to play against Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup. The FIFA awards were also awarded in Qatar.

Vini Jr received the most votes ahead of other ten nominees, with 48 points. The Ballon d’Or winner, Rodri from Manchester City and Spain, received 43 points, and Jude Bellingham from Real Madrid and England was third, with 37 points.