Lionel Messi added three more personal accolades to his collection as he was bestowed with three awards for his impressive performances in 2022 by the IFFHS in Paris on Wednesday. The Argentine wizard achieved his lifelong dream of winning the world cup, adding that to his numerous individual trophies.
He picked up IFFHS World’s Best Player, IFFHS World’s Best Playmaker, and IFFHS World’s Best International Goal Scorer.
Posting a picture of his haul on Instagram, Messi wrote:
It was an honor to receive from the International Football History and Statistics Federation (IFFHS) these three awards for 2022… Thank you!”
The Argentine won Best Player and Best International Goalscorer. He beat his PSG teammate Kylian Mbappe into second place in both categories.
Football sources strongly link Lionel Messi with a return to Barcelona as his contract at PSG is due to expire in June. However, where he will be playing his football next season remains unclear.
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