Messi helped Barcelona win last season's Spanish Championship and reach the Champions League semi-final. In addition, he became the bronze medalist of the America's Cup in the Argentine national team.

Along with him, Liverpool defender Virgil van Dyck and Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo claimed the award.

Earlier it was reported that the goalkeeper of Liverpool Alison was recognized as the best goalkeeper of the year according to FIFA.

Congratulations, #LeoMessi

Winner of #TheBest FIFA Men's Player 2019 🏆 # TheBest | # FIFAFootballAwardspic.twitter.com / MKh2wV5T1M

- #TheBest 🏆 (@FIFAcom) September 23, 2019