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.
Barry Ferguson Appointed Rangers Head Coach Until The End Of The Season
It's after the Scottish Premiership side sacked Philippe Clement yesterday
Republic Of Ireland Manager Carla Ward Wants Team To Create More Chances In Tomorrow's Game Against Slovenia
Ward's reign opened with a 1-nil win against Turkey at Tallaght Stadium on a night where the visitors set out to frustrate their opponents
Simon Easterby Hopeful That Garry Ringrose Won't Be Suspended For The Rest Of The Six Nations, Saying He's Not A 'Malicious' Player
The Leinster centre is facing a ban after being sent off for a dangerous tackle on Ben Thomas in Saturday's victory against Wales in Cardiff
Today's Rescheduled Meeting At Punchestown Given The Go Ahead
The track passed an early morning inspection
Largely Successful Weekend For Kildare GAA Teams As 3 Out Of 4 Win
This morning’s Kildare Today programme and this evening’s Kildare Scoreboard will review all the action
A Great Victory For The Kildare Ladies Footballers In This Afternoon's Game
They played Meath in The Lidl Ladies NFL, Division 1.
The Kildare Senior Ladies Footballers Play Meath In Division 1, This Afternoon
Throw in in Abbottstown is at 3pm.
Manchester United Fought Back To Earn A Draw With Everton At Goodison Park
With United remaining 15th in the Premier League and Everton 14th
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