Lionel Messi is on the verge of securing his 8th Ballon d’Or; he has been the favourite to win it since the nominee list was unveiled back in September.
This award comes on the heels of his remarkable performance, guiding Argentina to a World Cup victory in Qatar with seven goals and three assists, effectively carrying the team.
According to reports from the Spanish media outlet SPORT, Messi is expected to receive the award, outshining strong contenders like Erling Haaland from Manchester City, who contributed to a treble-winning season, and Kylian Mbappe, the Golden Boot recipient at the World Cup.
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Despite Mbappe’s exceptional leadership for France and a hat-trick in the World Cup final against Argentina, where his team ultimately lost in a dramatic penalty shootout.
Messi’s excellence places him head and shoulders above the competition, making him the apparent choice as the world’s best player once again.
