Lionel Messi secured The Best FIFA Men’s Player award on Monday, prevailing over Erling Haaland, despite both players receiving an equal number of votes.
The winner of the accolade was determined by votes from media representatives, national team coaches, national team captains, and fans. Messi and Haaland amassed 48 points each, but the Inter Miami superstar was declared the winner because he garnered more votes from national team captains compared to the Manchester City striker.
While Haaland received more votes from national team coaches and the media, Messi’s higher support from captains and fans contributed to his victory. FIFA’s rules specify that the tie-breaker varies for each award category.
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This victory echoes Messi’s previous triumph over Haaland for the Ballon d’Or prize last year.