⚡Ballon d’Or 2021: Robert Lewandowski Admits to Having a ‘Feeling of Sadness’ After Missing Out on Title, Hopes That Lionel Messi’s Supportive Words Were Genuine

The Polish striker had been one of the favourites for the title after two prolific seasons but it was Lionel Messi, who eventually walked away with his seventh title. "The mere fact that I was able to compete with him shows me the level that I was able to reach," Lewandowski said.