The identity of the France Football 2023 Ballon d’Or has leaked, further fueling debate on the web.
Who will succeed Karim Benzema on the France Football Ballon d’Or list? The French monthly will reveal the identity of the new winner for this 2023 edition, on October 30, during a ceremony with great fanfare. A year ago, Benzema lifted the prestigious individual trophy for the first time in his career. The suspense is greater for this edition, with no player having really stood out during the entire exercise.
Despite this uncertainty on a sporting level, a name began to leak into the press: Lionel Messi. The Argentine playmaker could win the 8th Ballon d’Or of his immense career – an absolute record in football history. This Tuesday, it was the Catalan daily, close to Messi’s clan, which confirmed Messi’s first place in the rankings for this 2023 vintage.
Ballon d’Or: the name of the winner is known, the canvas is ablaze
Seeing Messi win a new Ballon d’Or was not obvious. Because if the Pulga led Argentina to the world title in Qatar last winter, Messi’s much more mixed record under the colors of Paris Saint-Germain did not speak in his favor. Just like his transfer to MLS, in a less competitive championship. Current Inter Miami player, Messi would be the first footballer of the modern era to win the Ballon d’Or without playing in Europe. It was enough to see the canvas burst into flames. Many fans believe that Erling Haaland, who won everything with Manchester City, could or should have won this edition. The names of Kylian Mbappé, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne or Bernardo Silva also come up frequently.
