Lionel Messi Argentina’s captain, has been announced the winner of the Ballon D’Or 2023 award in Paris, France.
This new award brings his total Ballon D’Or award to a record eight and becoming the first and only player to win the prestigious award 8 times.
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Following closely is Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, followed by France’s Kylian Mbape.
Congratulations to all the winners.