Messi targets record fourth Ballon d'Or
- Published: 7 Jan 2013 at 09.46
- Online news: World
Record-breaking Lionel Messi is poised to become the first player to win four successive Ballon d'Or awards on Monday, sealing his status as the greatest player of his generation.
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring during a La Liga match against Espanyol on January 6, 2013. Messi is poised to become the first player to win four successive Ballon d'Or awards on Monday, sealing his status as the greatest player of his generation.
The 25-year-old is the overwhelming favourite to see off the challenge of Barcelona teammate Andres Iniesta and great Real Madrid rival Cristiano Ronaldo for the prize.
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