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Prominent support for Messi in Ballon d'Or race: 'He deserves to win'
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Beckham backs Messi to win the Ballon d'Or, citing his World Cup performance and current form at 39.
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UK timesStrong6 reports from 5 outlets. First reported by Mundo Deportivo, 17 Sept.
- ESPN
- Voetbal International
- The Independent
- talkSPORT
- Mundo Deportivo
- Messi, MLS' Garber appear to have heated exchange after Miami winESPN
- David Beckham picks who should win Ballon d'Or and it's not Harry KanetalkSPORT
- Prominent support for Messi in Ballon d'Or race: 'He deserves to win'Voetbal InternationalThis article
- Messi angry: superstar argues with MLS executive after matchVoetbal International
- David Beckham explains why Lionel Messi deserves to win Ballon d'Or over Harry Kane and Kylian MbappeThe Independent
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