Argentina and Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has won the Men’s Ballon d’Or for the eighth time.
The 36-year-old was recognised at the ceremony in Paris after helping his country win the World Cup in Qatar last year.
England and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham won the Kopa Trophy for the world’s best player aged under 21.
Messi won his record-extending Ballon d’Or award ahead of Manchester City forward Erling Haaland.
France forward Kylian Mbappe – who became just the second man to score a World Cup final hat-trick in the 4-2 penalty shootout loss to Argentina – finished third.
“It’s nice to be here once more to enjoy this moment,” Messi said. “To be able to win the World Cup and achieve my dream.”
The former Barcelona and Paris St-Germain star added: “I couldn’t imagine having the career I’ve had and everything I’ve achieved, the fortune I’ve had to be part of the best team in history.
“All of them [Ballon d’Or awards] are special for different reasons.”
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On Monday evening, the Ballon d’Or 2023 was set to be awarded in Paris, and there were indications beforehand that Lionel Messi would win the title for the 8th time. Click on link and details blogs.
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On Monday evening, the Ballon d’Or 2023 was set to be awarded in Paris, and there were indications beforehand that Lionel Messi would win the title for the 8th time. Click on link and details blogs.
https://www.stats24.com/football/news-lionel-messi-wins-his-8th-ballon-dor-2671