The talismanic forward has revealed his views regarding the prestigious accolade and has stated that he will vote for his La Blaugrana teammates to win it.
Barcelona’s http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lionel-Messi-c22296 has expressed that he is prepared to watch another player take home the FIFA Ballon d’Or and has emphasized that his colleagues at the Catalan capital are worthy of the honour.
Having won the coveted award three times, the Argentine continues to remain as humble as ever. Although he is one of the likely contenders to win the Golden Ball once again, Messi has downplayed his own self as a favourite.
While discussing the prospect of winning one of football’s most prestigious awards, the Barca number 10 acknowledged the fact that there are other players who have displayed extraordinary performances on the pitch. He stressed that it would not concern him
if another footballer lifted the prestigious trophy.
Messi went on to reveal that his vote would go for Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta, along with another player hailing from his native country.
In addition to naming his teammates, the left-footed striker also went on to tip other players to win the honour. These players included Real Madrid captain, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Cristiano-Ronaldo-c9629.
According to the talented athlete, these two footballers could succeed him in taking home the Ballon d’Or, despite the fact that they hail from a rival club.
"Do I think about it [the Ballon d'Or]? No! When the time comes, it may be different... I've been fortunate to receive the award three times, it's massive, unbelievable. But I'm going to come to a year where I will not win it," the 25-year-old was quoted
as saying by Marca.
"I do not know who is on the shortlist. I will vote for Xavi, Andres [Iniesta] and definitely one of my countrymen. I think it could be [Iker] Casillas' Ballon d'Or, he is one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and also Cristiano [http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ronaldo-c31734],” he added.
The shortlist of 23 finalists has already been decided. Although a number of athletes are considered worthy of the accolade, experts believe that Messi and Ronaldo are heavy contenders to win it.
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