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Messi claimed his eighth Ballon d'Or last night after leading Argentina to winning the World Cup 2022
The Argentinian inspired his country to last year's World Cup title in Qatar.
The women's award went to Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati.
The Barcelona player also helped her country to World Cup success earlier this year.
Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe was ranked 22nd.
Listen: Athy RFC Head Coach & Captain Speak Ahead Of Towns Cup Final
Athy RFC play County Carlow on Sunday
Kildare LGFA vs Dublin Team
Sunday, 2pm, in Cedral St. Conleth's Park: live updates with Tara Byrne
Kildare Senior Football Team vs Louth
Commentary in association with Hanlon Concrete Robertstown
Kildare Senior Hurling Team vs Westmeath
Live updates on Kfm More Music Sportsbeat Saturday with Robbie Irwin
Busy Weekend Ahead For Kildare Intercounty Teams With A Number Of Games Down For Decision
This evening’s Sports Preview Show from 6.25pm will look ahead to all the action
Mark Keenan Steps Down As Head Coach Of Ireland's Men's Basketball Team
He's been in charge for 6 years
Jamie Vardy To Leave Leicester After 13 Years
The club has described him as their "greatest ever player"
Rory McIlroy Back In Action This Afternoon Following Masters Win
He plays alongside Shane Lowry in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans
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