Barcelona 's Lionel Messi named FIFA World Player of Year . Messi , who claimed the top European honor , the Ballon d'Or , earlier this month , beat off the challenge of last year 's winner Cristiano Ronaldo , Kaka of Real Madrid and fellow Barca stars Andres Iniesta and Xavi in the annual poll . Argentina star has helped his club side win six trophies in 2009 . Score: 6 Brazil 's Marta wins women 's World Player of Year award .
Barcelona 's Lionel Messi named FIFA World Player of Year . Argentina star has helped his club side win six trophies in 2009 . Score: 6 Brazil 's Marta wins women 's World Player of Year award .