Now, for the FIFA award
While still enjoying the honor of being the new Golden Ball, Lionel Messi is already preparing for what may be to add another prestigious prize for his vast collection. FIFA announced that Rosario is among the five finalists who choose to stay the FIFA World Player 2009 along with fellow Xavi and Iniesta and Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid, winner of last year. The gala will be presenting the award Dec. 21 in Zurich, FIFA headquarters city. As happened in their past two nominations for Golden Ball, FIFA award was also elusive in the past two seasons