2008 winner Cristiano Ronaldo is included in the nominations for FIFA World Player of the Year . The Real Madrid forward one of five players on the shortlist , all with either Madrid or Barcelona . Hide Caption 1 of 10 Photos:Photos: Best and worst
2008 winner Cristiano Ronaldo is included in the nominations for FIFA World Player of the Year . The Real Madrid forward one of five players on the shortlist , all with either Madrid or Barcelona . Lionel Messi is favorite to land the gong after recently winning the Ballon d'Or award for European Player of the Year .