Lionel Messi Wins 2023 Men's Ballon d'Or; Record-Extending 8th Award

Lionel Messi is a Ballon d'Or winner for the eighth time, extending his record tally for the most coveted individual honor in world soccer.

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The Inter Miami finished ahead of Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé in the balloting.

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Even fellow contender Jude Bellingham offered his support for the superstar after winning the Kopa Trophy.