Lionel Messi overcame Andres Iniesta, Kaka, Cristiano Ronaldo and Xavi to win his first FIFA World Player of the Year award.
Previously, FIFA awarded its World Player of the Year prize between 1991 and 2009. Despite their many differences, both awards have often been won by the same players in the same years.
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