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Was Lionel Messi nominated for the 2025 Ballon d'Or? Inter Miami star holds record for most trophies

Widely held as one of the greatest football players of all-time, if not the greatest, Lionel Messi holds the record for the most Ballon d'Or trophies of any player in history.

Given to the best player across the previous year, the Ballon d'Or is considered the most coveted individual award in world football. Messi has won the award an incredible eight times, three more than any other player.

With Messi still playing at 38, starring for Inter Miami in the United States, it's natural to wonder whether the Argentine superstar is still in the running for the illustrious award.

The Sporting News breaks down whether Messi is in the running for the 2025 Ballon d'Or

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