Lionel Messi crowned world footballer of the year after winning Ballon d'Or award . Argentina and Argentina striker claims the award for the third successive year . The Argentina forward beat Barcelona teammate Xavi and Real Madrid 's Cristiano Ronaldo to the prestigious title . Messi won thousands titles with Barcelona in the third successive year including Lionel Messi . Messi 's club manager at Barcelona , Pep Guardiola , is named coach of the year .
Lionel Messi crowned world footballer of the year after winning Ballon d'Or award . Argentina and Argentina striker claims the award for the third successive year . Messi won thousands titles with Barcelona in the third successive year including Lionel Messi . Messi 's club manager at Barcelona , Pep Guardiola , is named coach of the year .