Messi on his "special moment"
Lionel Messi is (obviously) delighted to win the trophy again.
“It’s a very special moment to be back here, winning another Ballon d’Or,” he says.
“Especially after watching from the crowd as Cristiano won last year.
“It’s incredible win a fifth... more than anything I ever dreamed of as a kid.
“I want to thank those who voted for me, plus my team-mates. Without them this wouldn’t be possible.
“Football has always made me learn and grow.
“Thank you and good evening.”
The Barcelona superstar enjoyed an incredible year and has now scooped the prestigious prize for a fifth time.
Messi has been beaten by Cristiano Ronaldo in the last two years but has edged out the Real Madrid superstar and team-mate Neymar this time around.
His previous wins came between 2009 and 2012 with the latest triumph indicating his return to the top of the world game.
Prior to the ceremony in Zurich, Messi admitted he would swap his Ballon d’Or successes for just one World Cup after the heartbreak of losing the 2014 final to Germany.
“A lot of time has passed since 2009. I’ve grown and learned a few things,” he said.
“We grow and learn from everything. I’m trying to add things to my game.”
Lionel Messi wins the Ballon d'Or!
The winner of the 2015 Ballon d’Or is... Lionel Messi!
The Barcelona man wins the trophy for an incredible FIFTH time, seeing off Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar
And the camera cuts to Ronaldo, who is NOT happy!
Quotes coming right up.
It's time for the big one
Time for the big one, guys.
To present the Ballon d’Or, they bring out another bona fide star of the game.
It’s former Brazil playmaker Kaka, a former winner of the award.
Standby for the winner...
Women's World Player of the Year
We’re getting to the business end of things now.
The winner of the women’s World Player of the Year is... Carli Lloyd!
Great recognition for the American, who played such a key role in the USA’s World Cup win.
She’s very emotional, but chokes back the tears just enough to say:
“It’s an honour. This has always been a dream of mine.”
Neymar ready to party
The third and final Ballon d’Or nominee is up to speak.
Neymar is asked if he’s enjoying his time at Barcelona.
“We all share responsibility,” he says.
“It’s an honour... it’s not hard when you have such great players around you.”
Any final words?
“To be here, is a dream come true.
“If I win, we party. If I don’t win, we party.”
Top man.
Puskas Award
Over 1.6million people have voted on the Puskas Award for goal of the year, says James Nesbitt, annoyingly.
Japan legend Hidetoshi Nakata announces the winner... and it’s Wendell Lira!
The unknown Brazilian looks a bit shell-shocked, as well he might.
Tupe maoni yako
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