Prophet in his land, Argentina's vote in the Ballon d'Or that Messi won

Lionel Messi was confirmed as the player of the year after being awarded the Ballon d'Or. The star who now plays for Inter Miami received the eighth award given by France Football. Clearly, Messi is the top winner, having won more than half of the last 15 balls given away. After receiving the prestigious award and giving his speech on the stage of the theater that hosted the event, the 'Pulga' spoke to the press. The most recent interview he gave was to the magazine that awards the Ballon d'Or and to L'Equipe.

The 10 of the Argentine National Team spoke about what his life is like in Miami, where he plays for Inter in that city. “Coming to Miami was a decision we were delighted to make, because we feel good here. We enjoy everyday life more than before with my family. We can do many more things together, and I can share with my wife and children moments that I missed before,” said Messi, who also considered it “a shame” not to have been able to access the Major League Soccer Playoffs with the 'Herons. '.

Regarding the Ballon d'Or, he admitted that he believes that the eighth was the last of his career. In addition, he pointed out who he believes will be his successors. “I see a very good battle in the coming years, with players like Haaland, Mbappé, Vinicius,” he expressed. The captain of the Argentine National Team also highlighted Lamine Yamal as a possible contender for the Ballon d'Or. Yamal is one of the most promising players in Europe right now, who broke into Barcelona's first team with great significance. “Lamine Yamal, who is still very young but who already plays for Barça and is decisive,” he expressed.

Quique Wolff's vote

France Football consults each captain and each technical director of all the teams recognized by FIFA in the world. In addition, it also gives the possibility to a journalist from each country to submit a list of 5 footballers who they believe were the most outstanding of the year. Representing Argentina was Enrique Wolff, who chose Lionel Messi in first place, Julián Álvarez second, Kylian Mbappé third, Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez fourth and Lautaro Martínez fifth.