“Question for Messi Fans: Man City Supporter Draws Criticism with Kane Analogy in Ballon d’Or Discussion”

“I’d like to pose a question to all Messi fans,” tweeted a Manchester City supporter under the alias Baldiola. His query went as follows:

“Let’s imagine Messi wins the treble with over 60 goals/assists in the toughest league globally, while Harry Kane secures the World Cup and is named Player of the Tournament. Who, in your opinion, deserves the Ballon d’Or? Share your thoughts.”

The Man City fan’s intention was clear: he aimed to argue that Erling Haaland, who clinched the treble the previous season, should be more deserving of the Ballon d’Or than Lionel Messi, who played a crucial role in Argentina’s World Cup victory.

However, fans of various clubs, not just Barcelona and Inter Miami, disputed this Man City supporter’s viewpoint.

PankajSP4 responded, “It’s the mental pressure of repeatedly falling short on the international stage but still having the courage to give it one more shot. That’s what makes him worthy of the Ballon d’Or. If Ronaldo wins the 2026 World Cup as the best player, then it doesn’t matter what Haaland, Mbappe, or Vinicius achieve. The only deserving candidate will be CR7.”

1andonlyProdigy stated, “It’s tough for Manchester City fans to accept, but Messi will win it.”

Rly_Den remarked, “Haaland’s lack of goals/assists in major finals is going to cost him. Moreover, apart from the finals, he also underperformed in the semis.”

messialltime pointed out, “I’m not sure if you’re aware, but Messi recorded 67 goals/assists during the Ballon d’Or calendar year. Haaland had 66 goals/assists. Messi also spent most of his PSG season playing as a CAM behind Neymar and Mbappe until Neymar’s injury in March.”

Intermiamifchub reminded everyone, “Cristiano Ronaldo won the Champions League with over 60 goals/assists, yet Modric won the Ballon d’Or because he led Croatia to the World Cup final! This isn’t the first time that, in a World Cup year, performances in domestic leagues and the Champions League are overshadowed. It won’t be the last.”