During the annual draw of the men's Champions League groups, Uefa's prize for best player was also awarded.
On the women's side, the award went to English backing star Lucy Bronze, who was one of England's key players during this summer's World Cup. She is also a contributing factor to Lyon's dominance on the European scene.
“I am very surprised but obviously ecstatic to receive this award. I want to thank my teammates in England, I probably wouldn't have won this without them, ”says Bronze in a recorded greeting,
Even on the men's side, the award went to a back. Liverpool and Netherlands defenses Virgil van Dijk is the first defender to receive the award.
“I have to thank all my teammates, without them I would not have accomplished everything I did this year. It's been a long journey, but it's part of me. "