And the Ballon D’Or goes to …… Xavi
Actually, it went to Leo Messi, who in any circumstance is not an undeserving winner. But when you look at a man commanding a soccer ideology as perfectly as Xavi in Spain's greatest sporting achievement then his claim to...
Messi Wins Fifa Ballon d’Or Award
Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi captured the inaugural Fifa Ballon d'Or award. This is the first time this award has been presented as the Ballon d'Or (former European Footballer of the Year award) and the FIFA World Player of the Year award have been merged. Messi beat out fellow Barcelona teammates Xavi and Andres...
Messi’s FIFA Ballon d’Or award is still a victory for team football
Messi's win was a surprise but a togetherness, not just individual brilliance, is needed for success.

