Lionel Messi Wins Record Eighth Ballon d’Or: Can Anybody Catch Him?
In a year in which he led Argentina to World Cup glory, Lionel Messi has been crowned Ballon d’Or winner for a record eighth time. The 36-year-old won the tournament’s Golden Ball award, which is bestowed upon the player considered the best on the pitch by the judging panel, before almost single-handedly guiding new team …