The Ballon d'Or takes the form of a golden ball - the literal translation of the award's famous name in French - while FIFA's The Best is a platinum trophy that resembles a smaller version of the ...

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Barbra Banda #22 of Orlando Pride dribbles the ball during a ... [+] match between Orlando Pride and Bay FC at PayPal Park on September 20, 2024 in San Jose ...

When he did, he was lethal. But Messi was dangerous everywhere on the pitch. When Messi got the ball, you’d think ‘danger, something’s going to happen, but I don’t know what'. "I remember ...