- The FIFA The Best Gala had Polish fans excited from the start, mainly due to the presence of Oleksy, who was finally awarded the Best Goal of 2022 award.
- There were no surprises in the other categories. Lionel Messi was voted Player of the Year last year. Last year, Robert Lewandowski triumphed in this category
- During the ceremony, Pele was honored. One of the best soccer players in history passed away at the end of 2022.
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The FIFA The Best ceremony began with the memory of the legend who passed away on December 29, 2022. He bid farewell to fellow countryman Ronaldo Pele. “We will remember him for the impact he left on society and the reality around us,” he said.
Moments later, the organizers began handing out the first prizes. Marie Erbes was the best goalkeeper, while the best goalkeeper award went to Emiliano Martinez. Winning the World Cup in Qatar with Argentina turned out to be decisive.
“I come from a humble family, so I am grateful to my parents who worked so hard to get me to where I am today. Lifting the World Cup is a great pride for everyone,” said the Aston Villa goalkeeper.
After a while, all eyes turned to the Pole, who was incredibly moved when he appeared on stage. Marcin Oleksy was awarded the most beautiful goal scored in 2022. When the assembled stars saw this goal, they applauded. The result could not be different – the footballer was rewarded for this beautiful goal.
“Today I stand in front of you and receive the award for the most beautiful goal in the world. I woke up after the accident, and I got up, standing in front of you. Thanks to the entire AMP-Football community. For the fact that someone invented such a discipline and we can achieve it ourselves – said Oleksy in his native language, who received the award From Alessandro Del Piero.
Sarina Wiegman was subsequently named Coach of the Year. I received this award for the third time. – I loved football from the very beginning. Women’s football is evolving, but this development carries risks. The Dutch woman pointed out that we have to make good choices.
The best coach was Lionel Scaloni. “Thank you to the 26 players you coached at the World Cup. We couldn’t have achieved anything without them. There is nothing more fun than making your nation happy,” said the Argentina coach.
After the musical break, Luka Lochoshvili was awarded the Fair Play Award for saving his rival’s life. The Georgian immediately called for medical assistance when the Austrian Georg Tegel scored a hard collision with the opponent.
The atmosphere was heated by an Argentinean who, on behalf of all his country’s fans, received the award in the category “Best Supporter of the Year”. The Albicelestes were incredibly supported and the country was delighted with Scaloni’s impressive performance at the World Cup.
Then we met the top female eleven of 2022.
And the best player in 2022. Unfortunately, Robert Lewandowski was not included, although four strikers were honored: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Karim Benzema.
The Pole also failed to defend the title in the “Player of the Year” category. He won this referendum in 2021 and 2022. This time Messi, who led Argentina to the World Cup, was the best.
“It’s been a fantastic, amazing year. It’s an incredible honor to be here. Thanks to my teammates, coach Scaloni, and to all my countrymen. Every player dreams of it, but not everyone succeeds. I want to congratulate the fans who supported us tremendously and gave us a beautiful celebration,” Messi said. After winning the World Cup.
Earlier, Alexia Putellas was named Player of the Year. My thoughts are with all those who have supported me in what I do every day. she said on stage.
FIFA Best Winners List:
Player of the Year: Lionel Messi (Argentina / Paris Saint-Germain)
Candidates: Karim Benzema (France, Real Madrid), Kylian Mbappe (France/Paris Saint-Germain)
Footballer of the Year: Alexia Potellas (Spain, Barcelona)
Candidates: Beth Mead (England/Arsenal), Alex Morgan (USA/Orlando Pride, San Diego Wave)
Best goalkeeper: Emiliano Martinez (Argentina / Aston Villa)
Candidates: Yacine Bono (Morocco/Sevilla), Thibaut Courtois (Belgium/Real Madrid)
Best goalkeeper: Marie Erbis (England/Manchester United)
Candidates: Anne-Kathrin Berger (Germany / Chelsea), Christian Endler (Chile / Olympique Lyonnais)
Men’s Coach of the Year: Lionel Scaloni (Argentina)
Candidates: Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid), Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
Women’s Coach of the Year: Sarina Wegman (England)
Candidates: Sonia Bompastor (Olympique Lyonnais), Pia Sundhage (Brazil)
Ferenc Puskas Award for Best Goal: Marcin Oleksy (Warta Poznań)
Candidates: Dimitri Payet (Olympique de Marseille), Richarlison (Brazil)
Fans of the year: Argentina fans for their support during the World Cup
CandidatesAbdullah Al-Salmi from Saudi Arabia (walked 1,600 km from Jeddah to Qatar to support his country in the World Cup), fans of the Japanese team.
Fair Play Award: Luka Lochoshvili (Georgia)
CandidatesSadio Mane (Senegal/Bayern Munich), Eduardo Camavinga (France/Real Madrid)
author:LZS
source:Onet Sports Review
Created Date: Yesterday, 22:39
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