The 2023 Golden Ball awards ceremony occurred at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris, France, in the early hours of October 31st. Lionel Messi, the 2022 World Cup champion, surpassed Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland to secure his eighth Golden Ball, a feat that comes as no surprise.
Upon receiving the Golden Ball and being bestowed with the title of the greatest player in history, Messi proceeded to deliver an extensive statement. The camera recorded the genuine expressions of the three Messi brothers while the entire audience in the theatre listened and praised El Pulga.
Thiago, the eldest son, exhibited his natural inclination towards silence by calmly resting his chin in a meditative posture while attentively listening to his father’s words. Mateo, the mischievous younger brother of Messi who is playfully referred to as the “Chairman” of Messi’s anti-fan club by supporters, let out another yawn and reclined in a slanted manner, teetering on the chair. Ciro, the youngest son, perched on his mother’s lap and settled onto the chair. Onlookers were astonished by the three boys’ series of responses, labelling them as genuine “anti-fans.”
Messi spoke when receiving the 2023 Golden Ball title
Older brother Mateo yawned when he heard his father give his award acceptance speech
The eldest Thiago put his chin in his hands in thought, but the two younger brothers did not even smile
The youngest boy, Ciro, lay down on the chair and waited for his father to finish speaking
Messi was accompanied on stage by three gentlemen to win the honour.
Upon receiving his 8th Golden Ball, Messi stated that he is unable to determine a certain date for his retirement. “I have a strong passion for football and I am determined to continue pursuing it,” Messi stated.
The Argentine icon also expressed gratitude towards his compatriots on the Argentine National Team, who provided unwavering support in securing victory in the 2022 World Cup.
“This Golden Ball is a great gift for all Argentines. I don’t want to forget Haaland or Mbappé, who have had a wonderful, spectacular year and in the coming years they will win this award. I have been lucky to be here (the Golden Ball awards ceremony) for many years. I want to especially mention all those who were happy when Argentina won the world championship”, Messi did not forget to mention team spirit. and the people of Argentina.
In addition to his family, wife and children, Messi also specially mentioned the late famous player Diego Maradona: “Happy birthday to you, Diego. I think there is no better place than here to send congratulations to you. Ball This gold is also yours and that of all Argentines.”
Messi is great in both football and personality