Argentinian maestro Lionel Messi secured Time magazine’s Athlete of the Year for 2023, marking a triumphant year that encompassed his eighth Ballon d’Or victory and an illustrious move to Inter Miami, significantly amplifying soccer’s presence in the U.S. Messi’s instrumental role in leading Argentina to their first World Cup title in 36 years, triumphing over Read More…
In a stunning feat, Argentina’s Lionel Messi clinched his eighth Ballon d’Or for the world’s best player on Monday in Paris, France. He outshone Erling Haaland, the UEFA player of the year and Manchester City’s treble winner, to claim this prestigious award. Completing the top three best players in the world was France’s Kylian Mbappe, Read More…
Picture above credit: On pause: Ballon d’Or. Credit: AFP via Getty Images The Ballon d’Or will not be awarded this year after the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the football calendar, organisers France Football magazine said on Monday. This is happening for the first time in the event’s 64-year history. The prestigious award, voted for Read More…
