Ballon d'Or Account Thanks Messi After World Cup Loss

The official Ballon d'Or social media platforms shared a message titled "Simply thank you, Leo," suggesting that the World Cup final might have been Lionel Messi's last appearance in the tournament.

The account added, "Lionel Messi played his final World Cup match after a journey filled with records, goals, and glory. Your football legacy and eight Ballon d'Or awards will remain immortal forever."

Although the title was lost, Messi concluded the tournament with a historic achievement by becoming the first player to participate in six different World Cup editions. He also delivered an outstanding performance, scoring eight goals, which reaffirmed his status among the greatest stars of the World Cup.