Messi won 8th Ballon D'or

Lionel Messi won the Ballon d'Or for the eighth time, indicating his status as one of the greatest football players in the world.

Argentina, under Messi's leadership, won the World Cup in the previous season. Messi played a crucial role in helping Argentina secure the World Cup title.

In the Ballon d'Or voting, Messi faced tough competition from Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland. Haaland was second, Mbappé third, and Kevin De Bruyne was fourth in the final vote.

Messi, who used to play for Barcelona, scored seven goals in the last World Cup. Argentina won the World Cup by defeating France in the final, and Messi was named the best player of the tournament.

Messi expressed his happiness at winning the award again and mentioned that winning the World Cup was a dream come true. He also acknowledged the strength of the team he played with.

In women's football, Aitana Bonmani from Spain and Barcelona was named the best player, while Jude Bellingham from England and Real Madrid received the award for the best young player. Emiliano Martinez from Argentina was recognized as the best goalkeeper, and Manchester City was named the best club of the year.

This news highlights Messi's incredible career and the significance of his Ballon d'Or win, along with other notable achievements in football.