Lionel Messi has been named the Best FIFA Men’s Player of the year, edging out his Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema at a ceremony in Paris on Monday.

The Barcelona superstar was presented with the award at the FIFA Best Awards, which took place at the iconic Château de Versailles in the French capital. Messi’s award was the fifth of his career, making him the most decorated player in the history of the award.

The Argentine was in imperious form for Barcelona last season, scoring 51 goals and providing 22 assists in all competitions. He was instrumental in Barcelona’s La Liga title win, scoring 25 goals and providing 11 assists in the league alone.

Mbappe, meanwhile, had a stellar season for PSG, scoring 39 goals and providing 17 assists in all competitions. He was the driving force behind PSG’s run to the Champions League final, scoring five goals and providing four assists in the competition.

Benzema, meanwhile, had a remarkable season for Real Madrid, scoring 21 goals and providing 11 assists in all competitions. He was a key figure in Madrid’s La Liga title win, scoring 19 goals and providing seven assists in the league alone.

Despite the strong competition, Messi was able to edge out his rivals to win the award. He was voted the best player by a panel of journalists, national team coaches, and captains, as well as a fan vote.

The award caps off a remarkable season for Messi, who was also named the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year for the 2019/20 season. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, and this award is further proof of his enduring greatness.

The award is also a testament to Messi’s longevity and consistency. At 33, he is still performing at the highest level and shows no signs of slowing down. He has been a key figure for Barcelona for over a decade, and his influence is still as strong as ever.

Messi’s win is a huge achievement, and it is a testament to his quality and consistency. He has been the best player in the world for many years, and this award is further proof of his greatness.

The award is also a huge boost for Barcelona, who have been struggling in recent years. Messi’s presence and influence have been a major factor in the club’s success, and this award is a reminder of his importance to the team.

Messi’s win is a huge boost for the game of football, and it is a reminder of his enduring greatness. He is one of the greatest players of all time, and this award is further proof of his quality and consistency.