Argentina forward Lionel Messi has been nominated for FIFA’s The Best award, but his nomination has caused controversy and debate among fans. Cristiano Ronaldo’s name, on the other hand, is absent from the list.

M anchester City Erling Haaland, Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham are among the nominees in the best male player category as FIFA has announced the shortlist of nom

Lionel Messi’s FIFA Best nomination has divided fans and pundits, with questions surrounding his performances in MLS compared to players excelling in Europe’s top leagues. The debate intensified as Cristiano Ronaldo’s exclusion added another layer of controversy to the discussion.