FIFA-The Best: the reason for Lionel Messi’s absence is known

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

FIFA-The Best: the reason for Lionel Messi's absence is known

Last night, The Best ceremony took place in London. Several awards were given, such as the trophy for best player of the year 2023. Three men were nominated: Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Kylian Mbappé (PSG) and Lionel Messi (Inter Miami). And while the Norwegian and the Argentinian were tied (48 points each), it was ultimately the Pulga which obtained this trophy, thanks to the votes of the national team captains. But the former PSG striker was not present in the room to collect his dues.

According to information from Daily Mail, Lionel Messi did not attend the ceremony because the trip to London would have prevented him from taking part in a week of pre-season training with his club, Inter Miami. Note that Mbappé and Haaland were also absent.

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Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.