Lionel Messi Pays Tribute To Argentina Legend Diego Maradona With a Heartwarming Speech After Winning Eighth Ballon D'Or Award (Watch Video)

Lionel Messi succeeded last year's winner Karim Benzema to earn the honour, which was given out in recognition of Messi's exploits last year during which he led Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup 2022.

Lionel Messi (Photo: Twitter/@ballondor)

Lionel Messi dedicated his eighth and record-breaking Ballon d'Or to the Argentine icon Diego Maradona on his birthday, who would have turned 63. In the video, Messi said that there's no better place than this stage to dedicate the award and wish Diego Maradona a happy birthday infront of all the people. He further acknowledges the support from his teammates and staff members who helped him win the Ballon d'Or. Fans React as Lionel Messi Wins Ballon d’Or 2023 Award, Clinches Prestigious Title for Record Eighth Time

Lionel Messi Pays Tribute To Argentina Legend Diego Maradona

Lionel Messi Pays Tribute With a Heartwarming Speech

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