This Monday, October 30th, Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d'Or, after being the best player in the world in the 2022-23 season, in which he won the 2022 World Cup with the Argentina National Team. He surpassed Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé in the voting, who finished in second and third place, respectively. In his acceptance speech, the captain of the Albiceleste remembered Diego Maradona, who would have been celebrating his 63rd birthday today.
"I want to mention Diego. There is no better place to wish him a happy birthday, surrounded by people who love football, as he did. Wherever you are, happy birthday. This is also for you. I share it with you and with all of Argentina," said the forward of Inter Miami from the MLS.