On December 17, 2024, the Turin sports newspaper announced that German star Kroos won the Golden Boy Award as the best male footballer of the year. In an interview, Kroos revealed that it was the perfect end to his career.
Kroos himself recorded an emotional video, saying: "This is an extraordinary night and I am deeply honored to receive such a weighty award. I am honored to receive such a prestigious award. The fact that so many former world-class players and soccer legends voted for me makes this recognition incredibly valuable to me. It's not just an honor, it's a symbol of the perfect end to my career."
