FIFA The Best 2024: Fans Agree One Player Who Deserved Nomination Over Lionel Messi
- Lionel Messi was included in the FIFA The Best award, but fans have heavily criticised that decision
- The Inter Miami star won the Copa America, but some felt other players deserved to get a nomination over him
- Messi has won the last two awards, but his recent wins have been met with criticism from fans
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The FIFA Best Men's Player of the Year nominees for 2024 have been released, and there has been some controversy.
Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has been included and fans felt his teammate Lautaro Martinez deserved it more.
Players are rated based on their performances from August 21 2023, to August 10 2024.
Source: UGC
Why Martinez deserved nomination over Messi
Messi was nominated for the award alongside the likes of Vinicius Junior, Rodri, Kylian Mbepper, and Erling Haaland.
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Ten of the 11 nominees were nominated for the 2024 Ballon d"or, with Messi the only one that missed out.
His inclusion in The Best award has raised a few eyebrows, with fans questioning the decision. Messi has won the last two FIFA The Best awards.
Many believe Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez deserved the award over his iconic teammate.
Martinez was one of the best players in Europe, especially last season for club and country. He registered 27 goals in 44 appearances for Inter and 11 goals for Argentina, per BeIn Sports.
The 27-year-old was instrumental in Inter's Scudetto triumph and Argentina's Copa America win. Fans argued that his total of 43 goals and assists in 54 matches and major trophies warranted a nomination.
Fans criticise Messi inclusion
Briefly News earlier reported that fans blasted FIFA for including Messi in the nominees' list over other players who deserved it more.
Messi's notable win is the Copa America. His Inter Miami side were knocked out of the MLS Cup in the first round.
Fans, national team captains, and media representatives will vote to decide the winners of the awards.
Messi speaks after MLS elimination
Briefly News also reported on Messi's reaction to Inter Miami's elimination from the MLS Cup.
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner acknowledged the team's progress and was optimistic about what was to come.
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