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Lionel Messi is currently the odds-on favourite to win the upcoming Ballon d'Or.
Erling Haaland is set to miss out on the 2022/2023 Ballon d'Or to Inter Miami and Argentina playmaker Lionel Messi, according to Goal.
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18:02 - 03.09.2023
Ronaldo vs Messi: Super Eagles legend Jay Jay Okocha settles GOAT debate
Legendary Nigerian midfielder Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha has chosen a side in the long-running debate between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
The shortlist for the elusive prize will be announced on Wednesday, September 6 with Messi and Haaland expected to be the two main contenders.
Messi is now reportedly in pole position to win his eighth Golden Ball after a remarkable 2022, capped with the ultimate footballing prize — the FIFA World Cup.
Despite a disappointing second half of the season with PSG, Messi's incredible performance in Qatar where he scored 7 goals (including two in the final) is likely to push the award in his favour.
Haaland was pivotal as Manchester City secured a historic treble, scoring 52 goals in 53 games.
However, a run of just one goal in 8 games at the end of the season may have swayed the voting in Messi's favour.
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The award will be held in Paris on October 30, 2023.
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PULSE SPORTS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH SUPER EAGLES LEGEND AUSTIN 'JAY-JAY' OKOCHA
Nigerian football icon, Jay Jay Okocha was at Pulse Sports HQ where he spoke to us about his playing career, his favourite players, Ronaldinho, and some other fun, interesting facts. Enjoy!
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