London, UK – The glitz and glamour of the Best FIFA Awards illuminated Monday night as football’s top talents and coaches gathered to celebrate extraordinary achievements in the sport. The event showcased an array of stunning performances and remarkable victories, reaffirming its status as a pinnacle of footballing excellence.
Argentine maestro Lionel Messi clinched his third FIFA The Best men’s award, outshining the likes of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappé. With this remarkable feat, Messi once again demonstrated his unparalleled skill and enduring impact on the game.
Meanwhile, the prestigious Men’s Coach of the Year title was claimed by the esteemed Pep Guardiola, former manager at Barcelona, further solidifying his legacy as one of the most influential tacticians in the sport’s history.
In the women’s category, Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí added another jewel to her crown by securing The Best women’s award, an accolade that beautifully complemented her Ballon d’Or Féminin title.
The evening also witnessed the recognition of several other outstanding individuals and teams, with accolades such as the Puskás Award, FIFA Fair Play Award, and FIFA Fan Award adding depth to the celebration of footballing brilliance.
Here’s the full list of winners who illuminated the Best FIFA Awards with their remarkable contributions:
Puskás Award: Guilherme Madruga (Botafogo-SP)
FIFA Fair Play Award: Brazil senior men’s players
FIFA Fan Award: Hugo Miguel Iñiguez
Men’s Coach of the Year: Pep Guardiola
Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Éderson (Man City)
Men’s World XI:
– Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid)
– Defence: John Stones (Man City), Kyle Walker (Man City), Rúben Dias (Man City)
– Midfield: Bernardo Silva (Man City), Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Kevin De Bruyne (Man City)
– Forwards: Erling Haaland (Man City), Kylian Mbappé (PSG), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami), Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
Women’s Coach of the Year: Sarina Wiegman
Goalkeeper of the Year: Mary Earps (Man United)
Women’s World XI:
– Goalkeeper: Earps (Man United)
– Defence: Olga Carmona (Real Madrid), Lucy Bronze (Barcelona), Alex Greenwood (Man City)
– Midfield: Keira Walsh (Man City), Alessia Russo (Arsenal), Lauren James (Chelsea), Ella Toone (Man United), Aitana Bonmatí (Barcelona)
– Attack: Alex Morgan (San Diego Wave), Sam Kerr (Chelsea)
The Best FIFA Awards once again highlighted the talent, dedication, and spirit that continue to propel football to remarkable heights. As the footballing world basks in the glow of these extraordinary achievements, it’s clear that the sport’s future shines brightly, fueled by the passion and prowess of its remarkable stars.
