Paris - In a grand ceremony held in Paris on Monday, October 30, Lionel Messi, the star player of Inter Miami, claimed his eighth Ballon d'Or, a coveted award that every footballer aspires to. This announcement came after the conclusion of the remarkable and distinct 2022-23 season.

The 2023 Golden Ball, symbolizing the world's best footballer, was awarded to Lionel Messi. This recognition held special significance as it marked the culmination of a career filled with remarkable achievements, with Messi securing the one trophy that had eluded him throughout his illustrious journey: The World Cup. He achieved this feat by being named the best player of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Additionally, he contributed to Paris Saint-Germain's triumph in securing another Ligue 1 title during the season.

Despite stiff competition from outstanding players such as Erling Haaland and his former teammate Kylian Mbappe, Messi's outstanding accomplishments in the 2022-23 season earned him the prestigious Ballon d'Or.