Lionel Messi, the world-famous football striker from Argentina, has won the Ballon d’Or award for the eighth time. Messi was named the best player of the year 2023 in a ceremony held in Paris.
In addition, Messi’s Argentina team-mate Emiliano Martinez won the Yashan Trophy for best goalkeeper, while England and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was awarded the Copa Award.
Lionel Messi had a significant role in Argentina winning the World Cup 2022 for the third time after 36 years. Messi scored seven goals and assisted in three goals in the World Cup, while he scored 21 goals in 41 matches last season.
In addition, Messi also played a key role in American football club Inter Miami winning the League Cup for the first time this year, he also scored 11 goals in 14 matches in the Major League.
Messi has won the ‘Ballon d’Or award a record eight times, in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, and 2021.
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo has won the award five times, including 2017. Last year, the Ballon d’Or award went to French footballer Karim Benzema.
It should be noted that the Ballon d’Or award is given by France Football to the best footballer of the year, while 100 journalists from around the world vote for the winner.
