Paris Saint-Germain fueled all the debates during the France Football Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday evening.
“ The Ballon d’Or celebrates the greatest players from around the world. We are very proud that two of our PSG 2022-23 players are on the podium, reflecting the genius of Leo and Kylian. We are also delighted to see our summer recruit Randal recognized, demonstrating the standards of excellence maintained at Paris Saint-Germain year after year “. These words, signed Nasser Al-Khelaïfi on Monday evening, reflect all the pride of the Qatari leader after Paris Saint-Germain placed two players on the podium for the France Football 2023 Ballon d’Or.
However, for his part, Lionel Messi took care to avoid pronouncing the name of his former club. The Argentinian nevertheless increased the number of interviews after his coronation, but he did not wish to dwell on PSG. A coldness which contrasted with another big name who came for the occasion.
“Paris is special to me”
Manager of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, David Beckham did not hesitate to pay a vibrant tribute to Paris Saint-Germain, the club in which the English icon ended his immense career. “Paris has always been special to me. Playing for PSG, with its fans, and winning the L1 after several years was really very special for me. I also played my last professional match there. I have many memories with this city », enthused the Briton. A class that has not gone unnoticed in the community of Parisian supporters.
