Have a look at the stats vs Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland for the 2023 Ballon d’Or race
There are still a few months before the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony. However, since the European club season has already ended, we can already predict the candidates.
Lionel Messi vs Erling Haaland Ballon d’Or 2023 race stats comparison, goals records and awards
Naturally, it goes without saying that Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi will likely be in the lead for the award. During the most recent World Cup, the Argentine superstar delivered a standout performance. He took Argentina to the pinnacle of success at age 35 and presented a compelling case for his eighth trophy.
On the other side, the Norwegian striker, who was playing for Manchester City during his debut season in England, had an incredible campaign. Let’s look at all these celebrities have accomplished this season right now.
Lionel Messi’s 2022-23 season
Messi is largely seen as the favourite to win the award because the World Cup took place midway through the 2022–23 season. The Argentine captain certainly stole the show at Qatar 2022 even though his season at PSG wasn’t all that impressive.
In as many games, Messi scored seven goals, scoring in each match of the knockout phase. He won the World Cup Golden Ball and was named Man of the Match against France in the championship game. Messi received numerous other awards after his World Cup performance.
Stats and Awards
- Goals: 38
- Assists: 25
- Team awards: FIFA World Cup, Ligue 1
- Individual awards: FIFA The Best, FIFA World Cup Golden Ball, FIFA World Cup Final MOTM, Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
Erling Haaland’s 2022-23 season
In his first season with Manchester City, Haaland played up to the reputation he had developed as a prolific goal scorer while playing for Dortmund. During the 2022–23 season, the Norwegian striker proved unstoppable, scoring more goals than he made appearances in the Premier League and the Champions League combined.
Stats and Awards
- Goals: 53
- Assists: 9
- Team awards: UEFA Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup.
- Individual awards: Premier League Golden Boot, UEFA Champions League Top Scorer, Premier League Player of the Season, Premier League Young Player of the Season, Manchester City’s Player of the Season
The World Cup may have a significant impact on this year’s Ballon d’Or, but Haaland also presented a compelling argument to be considered.