Bellingham wins Kopa Trophy and Vini Jr. scoops Socrates Award

Real Madrid English midfielder Jude Bellingham received the award presented by ‘France Football’ to the best player under 21 years of age, while the Brazilian Vini Jr. was recognised for his efforts to combat social inequality in his country with the Instituto Vini Jr, according to the official website of the club, Report informs.

Jude Bellingham and Vini Jr. have both picked up prizes presented by France Football at Paris' at the Ballon d'Or gala 2023.

The midfielder received the Kopa Trophy, which is awarded to the best U21 player in the world. Bellingham is enjoying a spectacular start to this campaign, having hit 13 goals in his first 13 games as a madridista. Last season, he was also named the Bundesliga's best player 2022/23, following his impressive displays for Borussia Dortmund.