The Hero Messi = 6 Golden Balls

He continued: "I am aware of my age, and retire is soon, but I still have years to enjoy more."

"When I see these awards, I am happy for my personal moment, and in the sport I try to excel, I always strive to fight for everything. I have a greater passion for collective titles than individual ones.

"It is an honor to be part of the history of Barcelona, ​​the best club in the world, which I love so much."

Lionel Messi beat Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk, Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo and Liverpool striker Sadio Mane.

Messi was declared the winner at the ceremony on Monday evening at the Chatelet Theater.

Messi, who led Barcelona to the La Liga title and reached the Copa America semi-finals, won the FIFA World Player of the Year award.

It is the sixth time that Messi has won the Golden Ball, beating his rival and traditional rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who was crowned five times.

I will not stop dreaming

"I certainly thank my team-mates who helped me win the award," Messi said after winning the award.

Abizaid and: "10 years ago I got my first gold ball here in Paris, and I came with my three brothers, and today I get the sixth ball, at a very special moment in my personal life."

He added: "I never stopped dreaming at all, and continuous because I have the desire to grow and improve."

Argentine Lionel Messi, Barcelona's top scorer, has officially won the Golden Ball award from France Football magazine.