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Why Lionel Messi is favourite to win the Golden Boot and 2026 Ballon d'Or
By GhanaSummary Newsroom1 min read
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Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates the victory at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi final football match between England and Argentina.
After leading Argentina to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the 39-year-old has emerged as the overwhelming favourite to win both the Golden Boot and a record-extending ninth Ballon d'Or.
Lionel Messi is just one match away from completing another historic double.
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