Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola believes two players should win the Ballon d’Or in 2023. His words were quoted by journalist Fabrizio Romano.
“I sympathize with both Messi and Haaland. If Messi wins, it will be a fair victory because of the World Cup. If Haaland wins, it will be fair because of the season he has had.
There should be two awards this year! “They both deserve to win,” Guardiola said.
Erling Haaland was chosen as the best player of English Manchester City last season. He took part in 52 matches, where he managed to score 52 goals and make 9 assists in all competitions. It is worth noting that this is the Norwegian player’s first season in the English Premier League (EPL).
Messi became world champion with Argentina in December 2022. After playing for French PSG for two years, the striker was transferred to Inter Miami in the summer of 2023. Messi scored 11 goals and made 5 assists after 14 matches.
According to France Football, the best player award ceremony will take place on October 30, 2023.
Former organizer of the Ballon d’Or explained Ronaldo is not included in the candidate list.