Lionel Messi claimed his eighth Ballon d'Or during a glamorous ceremony in Paris on Monday, while Spain's World Cup champion, Aitana Bonmati, secured the women's accolade.
For Messi, this prestigious trophy primarily celebrates his awe-inspiring performances at the previous year's World Cup held in Qatar. During the tournament, he single-handedly propelled Argentina to victory, netting seven goals and earning the title of the tournament's standout player.
