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I’m honoured – Messi reacts after receiving three awards

Paris Saint-Germain star, Lionel Messi has reacted after he received three awards from the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS).

The Argentine International received three awards for being the best player, best playmaker and best goalscorer.

Messi, in a post on his Instagram page on Sunday, said it was an honour for him to be recognised by IFFHS.

He wrote: “It is an honor to receive from the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) these three 2022 awards: IFFHS WORLD’S BEST PLAYER, IFFHS WORLD’S BEST PLAYMAKER, IFFHS WORLD’S BEST INTERNATIONAL GOAL SCORER. Thanks!!!”

Messi’s start with PSG has been good in the 2022-2023 season. In addition to his stellar performance with the club side, he also put on a mesmerizing show when playing for Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

The former Barcelona captain scored seven goals and provided three assists during the tournament in Qatar, which saw him win the Golden Ball as La Albiceleste became world champions after 36 long years.