On Saturday, Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams revealed his picks for the FIFA Men’s Best Awards.
With his side chasing CAF Champions League glory and looking to help Bafana Bafana qualify for the AFCON, Williams gave his input on some of the world’s best players and coaches over the last season.
The outright favourite for the coveted award was Lionel Messi. The Argentine captain finally got his hands on the FIFA World Cup and played a pivotal role in his country’s achievement.
His head coach Hugo Broos and Williams both voted for the 36-year-old to win his seventh FIFA Men’s Best Award. Messi captained Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar, and scored 27 goals in 49 games for club and country in the 2021/22 season.
His impressive form and leadership qualities were enough to convince Williams that he deserved the accolade. The Bafana Bafana captain also gave his backing to Cristiano Ronaldo, who he believes should have been in contention for the award.
Ronaldo, who scored 29 goals in 44 games for club and country, had an impressive season, helping his side Juventus to the Coppa Italia title. Williams’ selections for the FIFA Men’s Best Awards demonstrate his appreciation for the world’s top players and coaches. His vote for Messi is a testament to the star’s extraordinary achievements over the last season.
