Mac Allister Makes His Ballon d’Or Case for Lionel Messi

Alexis Mac Allister has thrown his support behind Lionel Messi in the Ballon d’Or race, insisting he would love to see his Argentina teammate claim the prestigious individual award.

Speaking about Messi’s chances, Mac Allister pointed to the forward’s extraordinary performances on the international stage and argued that his compatriot has every reason to be considered for the prize.

“As Argentines, we'd love for Messi to win it. He had an incredible World Cup and I don't see why he shouldn't be awarded it,” Mac Allister said.

The Liverpool midfielder also highlighted Messi’s longstanding approach to the game, stressing that individual recognition has never appeared to be the Argentine superstar’s primary motivation.

“We all know that Leo has always prioritised the team over individual achievements, so it wouldn't be a big deal for him,” he added.

Messi’s continued influence for Argentina remains a major part of the discussion surrounding his Ballon d’Or credentials, while Mac Allister’s comments underline the admiration he continues to receive from his fellow World Cup-winning teammates.

For Mac Allister, however, the argument is simple: Messi’s achievements and impact deserve to keep him firmly in the conversation for another Ballon d’Or.