Leo Messi and Aitana Bonmatí crown their great season with the Ballon d'Or

A recognition that, although he had already experienced on several occasions, this time takes on a special nuance as it is crowned by the achievement of the most coveted title, the World Cup.

This eighth Ballon d'Or further consolidates the unrivaled legacy of Messi, who, throughout his career, has proven to be not only a Barcelona legend, but also an indisputable emblem of the Argentine national team.

"Yes, this (Ballon d'Or) is much more special because it comes hand in hand with having won the World Cup, the title most desired by anyone, a dream come true for me, for my teammates, for a country," Messi said excitedly. receive the coveted trophy.

Victory in the World Cup, an achievement that was beyond Messi's personal record, has further elevated his status in football history. With an impeccable season, the Argentine reaffirms his position as one of the best footballers of all time, leaving a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.

By Aitana Bonmatí

But the night of the Ballon d'Or was not only marked by Messi's consecration, Aitana Bonmatí also shone with her own light. The young Spaniard, only 25 years old, culminated a spectacular season with Barcelona, where she won the Champions League and the Spanish league.