Zurich, Switzerland.

FIFA has chartered a five-star hotel near the Zurich Opera House, and all the guests who attended the venue arranged to stay in order to make final preparations for tonight's football Oscars.

Yang Hao took Atletico Madrid and his entourage, and he came from Madrid to kill and live here.

This time, Atletico had a lot of players on the pitch.

In addition to the three stars in the top three of the Ballon d'Or, there are also players who have been shortlisted for the best team.

Coupled with the players' families or girlfriends, the "Atletico Madrid delegation" can be called the absolute protagonist of the evening.

As an annual football event, it is naturally also a stage for major brand sponsors to compete for beauty.

But it's not just the stars who are favored by sponsors, Yang Hao is also the darling of major brand sponsors around the world.

As Yang Hao's sponsor, Armani carefully customized a set of high-end suits for Yang Hao early on, and also arranged an image team to be present to design Yang Hao's image.

Since dating Yang Hao, Lin Yuner's coffee position has also risen, and many luxury brands, including Dior, have invited her to endorse, but in the end, like Yang Hao, she chose Armani.

This time, Armani also tailored a silver bandeau evening dress from the [Moon Goddess] series for her.

As Armani's latest collection, this collection was previously famous by Anne Hathaway, but Lim Yuna is now wearing a different style.

The silver satin fabric is as gorgeous and romantic as the Milky Way diamond, and the curved cut is as noble and elegant as the crescent moon, creating a soft and delicate, fresh and refined image of the moonlight goddess.

The slender pink neck is wearing a sparkling Armani custom diamond necklace, which looks even more sparkling.

After Yang Hao saw it, he couldn't help but praise it.

"Tonight, I'm afraid that the reporters outside the venue will not have enough film."

The banter and ridicule from Yang Hao made this fairy who seemed to come out of a painting a little shy.

It was her first time on such a global occasion, and she was still nervous.

But as soon as she saw Yang Hao, her heart was settled.

She knew very well that she could appear here today, and even she could wear this evening dress, because of Yang Hao.

The image designer also had to take care of Lin Yun'er's hair, and Yang Hao happened to answer the phone and returned to his room.

By this time, Cerezo, Hill Jr., Carlos Leao and Andrew Barrasco had already arrived.

They're all gearing up tonight, especially Hill Jr.

The shareholder of Atletico Madrid, who was ridiculed by Yang Hao as a farmer, was also dressed in a straight suit tonight and dressed very seriously.

In his words: "Tonight is a big day for us at Atletico! ”

After a group of people sat down, the topic naturally did not leave tonight's awards ceremony.

The top three are all Atletico Madrid players, and whoever wins the award is the same for Atletico Madrid.

But from a personal point of view, Yang Hao actually hopes that Messi will win the award.

It's not that he's biased, but he feels that his appearance has caused Messi to not win the Ballon d'Or yet, which is somewhat regrettable.

Moreover, Messi's performance is indeed worthy of the Golden Ball.

"I just met Bilal." Cerezo said with a smile.

"What? He tells you, who won the prize? Yang Hao was interested.

The crowd laughed.

"Not really, I don't think he knows." Cerezo shook his head.

FIFA actually made multiple confidentiality mechanisms for the final result, and Bilal didn't know, which is really not surprising.

"So what do you have to talk about?" Yang Hao scolded with a smile.

Bilal is the president of the Spanish Football Federation, and Cerezo is the chairman of the board of directors of La Liga, and in theory, the relationship between the two should be quite bad, but in reality, the relationship between the two is very good.

Since the rise of La Liga, the income of the Spanish Football Federation has also risen.

If nothing else, the money that is taken away from the broadcast rights of La Liga every year is enough for the Spanish Football Federation to squander.

Whether it is Yang Hao or La Liga, in fact, they all know very well that the Football Association and the Football Federation in the world are all the way.

The difference is, will you do things? Can it be done?

Bilal is quite knowledgeable now, and he cooperates very well with La Liga, which has created the current glory of La Liga.

But it's not the pinnacle.

The next auction of La Liga broadcast rights is another big test for La Liga's operation.

Growth is certain, the key is how far it can grow.

"Bilal told me a piece of news."

Yang Hao glanced at Cerezo and asked.

The outsiders have all gone out, and at this moment, there are only the three major shareholders and core executives of Atletico Madrid left in the room.

"Platini and Blatter are at odds."

Except for Yang Hao, everyone showed a very complicated look when they heard it, a little surprised, but they took it for granted.

This has to talk about the relationship between FIFA and UEFA.

Theoretically, UEFA is affiliated with FIFA, but the world knows that the core of professional football is in Europe, so UEFA has a significant influence in world football.

UEFA has always been unhappy with FIFA, and the contradictions between the two sides are clear.

Back then, Platini was still working at FIFA and worked as an assistant for Blatter, and suddenly chose to return to France to run for the UEFA Executive Committee, and many people speculated that Blatter was supporting Platini.

Sure enough, at the beginning of 07, Platini defeated Blatter's sworn enemy Johansson with the support of Blatter and was elected president of UEFA.

This matter caused a stir at the beginning.

It was the honeymoon period for Platini and Blatter.

According to the information in the circle that Yang Hao obtained, as well as the information from his previous life, Blatter did intend to support Platini.

This Frenchman is definitely not as simple as it seems.

According to Blatter's meaning, Platini took UEFA and took the initiative to move closer to FIFA, and when Blatter's term of office expired, he abdicated and gave way, and Platini replaced him as FIFA president.

In 07, during the UEFA presidential election, Beckenbauer's voice was also very high.

But the German football emperor did not run in the end, and many people speculated that his intention was to be the president of FIFA.

But as the years passed, Beckenbauer has noticeably lowered his profile.

Everyone knows that Platini is Blatter's successor.

From 07 to now, it has only been 4 years since the full fight, and the honeymoon period of the two has long passed.

"Bidding for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups in one fell swoop is actually a façade that looks as if Blatter wants to make as much profit as possible before the end of his term."

"Isn't it?" Yang Hao was surprised.

According to the convention, the right to host the World Cup is held one session at a time, but now, Blatter has awarded Russia and Qatar to bid for two World Cups in one go, which is indeed very surprising.

Standing in 2023, which Yang Hao has traversed, looking back, the real big thing is that the hosting rights that the United States is determined to win were robbed by Qatar, but standing at the moment, everyone feels that Blatter is insatiable and was 'kidnapped' by the interest groups under his control, so he had to break the routine and engage in the hosting rights of two World Cups in one go before retiring.

"Of course not."

Serezo shook his head, "Bilal revealed that this was a stone-throwing request from Blatter, and he hadn't thought about retreating yet. ”

Yang Hao was a little confused when he heard it.

The most profitable thing for FIFA right now is the World Cup.

Blatter's move is tantamount to "selling" the 2022 World Cup, giving people the feeling of wanting to run away in a hurry, but how did it become a stone-throwing asking for directions?

But Yang Hao pondered that in his previous life, Blatter did not retreat.

Whatever the untold complications involved, Blatter did not deliver on his promise to Platini.

Thinking of this, Yang Hao suddenly understood why Platini was attacking the selection of the FIFA Golden Ball Awards.

He is not supporting Ronaldo, but expressing his position.

"Platini wants to reorganize the European Footballer of the Year in the name of UEFA!" Cerezo said in a deep voice.

Yang Hao connected all the problems in one fell swoop.

European Footballer of the Year, which used to be the Ballon d'Or held by French football magazines, has now merged with FIFA's World Footballer of the Year and is called the FIFA Ballon d'Or.

Platini's re-organized European Footballer of the Year is UEFA's annual Player of the Year awards.

It's not just about changing the name, it's about expanding the scale and impact of the selection.

FIFA tossed for many years, and finally swallowed the Ballon d'Or, and made many compromises for this.

Platini's move is tantamount to telling Blatter that it is useless to win the Ballon d'Or, and UEFA can hold another one again every minute to continue to fight against FIFA.

And this also represents a rift between him and Blatter!

Now, the contradiction has not developed to the point of rupture, and the two are still playing and wrestling.

However, if you want to hold an award, someone has to pay for it, right?

Yang Hao and Atletico Madrid's players, in the past few years, have won awards every year.

All over the world, there are so many multimedia, magazines, websites, and all kinds of awards that they organize, and there are so many awards given to Atletico.

Can Atletico players participate?

To put it mildly, you love to send awards or not, and many of them don't know where to throw them.

With a little influence, Atletico Madrid can allow them to come to Mahada Hongda to take a photo of the awards, and the players will cooperate a little meaningfully, which can be regarded as very face-saving.

Like UEFA's Player of the Year and Elite Coach Summit, how many times has Yang Hao been there?

In the final analysis, with the current identity and status of Yang Hao and Atletico Madrid, there is no need to bother with these awards at all.

On the contrary, these awards need Yang Hao and Atletico Madrid to endorse them.

It's like this year.

Is it okay not to award the FIFA Ballon d'Or to Atletico Madrid players?

No way!

The best coach of the year doesn't give Yang Hao, does Blatter dare?

He didn't dare!

If you don't give it, is there any authority for this award?

When an award loses its authority and is not accepted by fans, does the award still have any meaning in existing?

Thinking of this, Yang Hao suddenly smiled.

"Good thing!"

Cerezo and Little Hill were surprised.

Is that a good thing?

Yang Hao had no way to tell them how things would develop next, especially not that the U.S. government would take action.

This is ridiculous at the moment.

But he'd love to see the infighting between Platini and Blatter, and it's better to fight a little harder.

The harder they fight, the more chances the club has!

……

As night falls, the lights come on.

On the square outside the main entrance of the Zurich Opera House, a red carpet sermon stretches from the intersection of the Ring Road to the entrance of the Opera House.

On the left and right sides gathered media reporters from all over the world, as well as countless fans from afar, who were separated by low iron fences by the organizers.

Especially in the media area facing the red carpet, countless long guns and short cannons were set up.

Whenever the welcome car stops and the guests get out of the car and walk on the red carpet, there will be a click and a constant sound on the scene.

There was still a little time left before the award ceremony, which started on time at 7 p.m., but the guests were already coming.

Many world-famous football stars have taken off their jerseys, changed into crisp suits, accompanied their wives or girlfriends, and some even took their children to the red carpet together.

This made the fans at the scene feel the other side of them outside the stadium, screaming and screaming.

Yang Hao's playing time was arranged in the middle.

At this time, there is no such thing as a big man appearing in the finale.

When Yang Hao, who was dressed in a straight suit, pushed open the door, got off the bus, walked around the back of the car, and came to the door facing the side of the red carpet, he happened to see Lin Yun'er, who was wearing a bandeau evening dress, like a fairy from the Moon Palace, also got off the bus.

Lin Yun'er smiled at Yang Haoyan, who raised his hand, gently took his hand, and the two walked on the red carpet side by side.

"Yang!"

"You're so handsome today, Yang!"

Screams of fans were heard at the scene.

When the broadcast introduced Yang Hao, it emphasized his title: Marquis!

This is absolutely unique in world football!

Although in international football, there is no so-called aristocracy, and equality is emphasized, but in fact, in the upper class society of Europe and the United States, the aristocracy has always existed.

It's like Ferguson, who got a knighthood that he just started, and he was talked about by countless people in world football and called him a knight.

Heartthrob Beckham racked his brains and made a mess for a knighthood that did not enter the stream.

And in Spain, one of the most revered marquis in the world of sports is Samaranch, the former president of the International Olympic Committee.

This represents identity and status!

FIFA also attaches great importance to Yang Hao, and specially arranged for two officials to come out to greet him, walk in front respectfully, lead the way for Yang Hao and Lin Yuner, and give them enough special courtesy.

The media reporters and fans at the scene were screaming and cheering as always.

As a member of the girl group, Lim Yoona has been sought after by the whole country in South Korea, and everywhere she goes, she feels the enthusiasm of fans.

But tonight, she was still nervous.

Because she knows that at this moment, every step she takes on the red carpet is broadcast live by media and TV stations all over the world.

In every corner of the earth, there are people watching her every move.

Fortunately, she was generously by Yang Hao's side all the way, like the moon guarding the sun.

……

Walking along the red carpet, I slowly walked into the Zurich Opera House.

As soon as he entered the door, Yang Hao became the focus of attention of the audience.

"Hello, Yang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

FIFA Executive Committee member Zheng Mengzhun was the first to greet him, very enthusiastic, and stretched out his hand to Yang Hao from afar.

Yang Hao met him during the World Cup, but he didn't have a good impression of this guy who single-handedly created the worst black history in the history of the World Cup, especially since he was still a South Korean.

After Zheng Mengzhun shook hands with Yang Hao warmly, he chatted with Lin Yun'er in Korean, laughed loudly, and stood close to Lin Yun'er, like an elder taking care of a junior.

Where can Yang Hao not see through his mind?

This is to tell everyone in the audience that his relationship with Yang Hao is extraordinary.

In Yang Hao's current position, there is always no shortage of such people around him, so he is too lazy to take care of it.

On the contrary, it was Lin Yun'er, who was a little overwhelmed.

"He's very influential in our South Korea, should I ...... it?" Lim Yuna was a little apprehensive.

Yang Hao smiled and patted her hand, and said soothingly: "It's okay, don't think about it, it's in your South Korea, but now, we are in Europe, you have to get used to all this!" ”

Lin Yun'er was nervous and proud, and immediately nodded heavily.

She felt that she was right to follow Yang Hao.

In South Korea, even if she is a big-name entertainment star, it is impossible for her to have the infinite scenery at this moment.

Even Zheng Mengjun, who can call the wind and rain in South Korea, is politely talking to her at this moment.

All of this was given by Yang Hao.

……

Yang Hao has been in the European football scene over the years, and he just won the World Cup last year, and he deserves to be the world's No. 1 coach, which makes him warmly welcomed by everyone everywhere he goes.

Although he doesn't like to socialize, over the years, Yang Hao has been mixed in the circle, and it is inevitable that he will master some means, and it is not difficult for him to deal with this kind of scene in front of him.

Especially with the arrival of Ancelotti and Arsene Wenger, the three world-famous coaches got together, and it really became a unique scenery in the opera house.

Everyone knows that Yang Hao winning the award is a sure thing.

Ancelotti and Arsene Wenger came over, not to give FIFA face, but to stand up for Yang Hao.

This intention Yang Hao is clear.

With the arrival of players one after another, especially the appearance of some celebrities and guests, the atmosphere on the scene is becoming more and more enthusiastic.

Van Basten, for example, was the guest of honour tonight.

When Yang Hao was entertaining everyone, he noticed that Platini was also accompanied by Infantino and others and entered the opera house.

This big man in European football naturally also has his own momentum and aura.

I have to admit that over the years, under Platini's management, his position as president of UEFA has been very strong.

If nothing else, just vote for him from small and medium-sized countries, and it will be difficult for anyone to shake his chairmanship.

This is also a disadvantage of the one-country-one-vote system.

Although Liechtenstein, Slovakia and other small countries do not have a high level of football and a poor degree of professionalism, the votes in their hands control the ownership of the UEFA president, and whoever comes up has to curry favor with them.

When Yang Hao dealt with a wave of "friends" who came up to say hello, Zheng Mengzhun reminded Yang Hao softly.

"Michelle has been keeping an eye on her from the moment she walks through the door."

Yang Hao followed Zheng Mengzhun's line of sight, and just saw Platini looking at him, and immediately smiled and nodded.

Platini immediately nodded in return.

Yang Hao was secretly amused, and suddenly had a flash of inspiration, and said with a smile: "Maybe it's because he bombarded the FIFA Golden Ball Award election before, he should really explain it to me." ”

Although Yang Hao said this sentence in a joking tone, in Zheng Mengzhun's opinion, it is not easy to get the UEFA president to explain.

But it was rare for Yang Hao to talk to him so well, of course he had to follow suit.

"The European Ballon d'Or and the World Footballer of the Year merged, and from now on, there will only be the FIFA Ballon d'Or in world football, which is the most powerful award, and many people do regret it."

After a pause, Zheng Mengzhun added, "You know, the Golden Ball Award was an award for Europeans earlier, and even those foreign players who played in Europe were not qualified to be selected. ”

It's the truth.

The Ballon d'Or is about three stages, the earliest is an award exclusive to Europeans, so like Maradona, he never won the Ballon d'Or, and it was only in the mid-nineties that the selection was expanded to include foreign players who played in Europe.

The first non-European player to win the Ballon d'Or was George Weah.

It was not until 2007 that the Ballon d'Or was expanded again, no longer limited to the European leagues, but was judged from all over the world, including all professional players in the world, and the jury expanded from 52 European media to 96 media worldwide.

The Ballon d'Or has always been changing, but with the World Footballer of the Year backed by FIFA, the wealth is huge, both in terms of momentum and influence, and it has gradually overtaken the Ballon d'Or.

If nothing else, a huge award ceremony like tonight, once a year, French football magazines can't do anything.

In a way, the merger is not a bad thing.

Yang Hao grasped Zheng Mengzhun's mind to death.

After listening to the words of the Koreans, Yang Hao suddenly smiled slightly, "This is just the beginning, with the momentum of European football and the financial resources of UEFA, it is completely possible to hold another Golden Ball Award, what do you say?" ”

Who is Zheng Mengzhun?

It's been an old fritter in world football for many years.

At this moment, when he heard Yang Hao suddenly mention this, where could he not hear the meaning of the words?

UEFA wants another Ballon d'Or?

Looking at Platini like a hunter staring at his prey, staring at Yang Hao, Zheng Mengzhun felt more and more that it was possible.

"I'm sorry, Yang, I'll go to the bathroom." Zheng Mengzhun confessed and walked away first.

Yang Hao smiled and nodded.

……

"Congratulations, Sir Young!"

As soon as Platini saw Zheng Mengzhun walking away, he immediately greeted him.

His jazz made Yang Hao very useful.

"No kidding, Michelle, do you still need to be polite based on our relationship?" Yang Hao smiled very familiarly.

Platini was slightly stunned, but immediately reacted and "intimated" with Yang Hao very buddy.

If it weren't for Lin Yun'er beside him, holding Yang Hao's arm all the time, he would have wanted to talk to Yang Hao with his shoulder.

The UEFA president has nothing to do but go to the Three Treasures Palace.

After a pretentious pleasantry, he gradually shifted the subject to another aspect.

Awards.

Platini told Yang Hao bitterly that UEFA and European football associations are helpless about the merger of the World Footballer of the Year and the Ballon d'Or, which represents the most authoritative and longest-standing award in European and even world football, which has been completely merged into FIFA.

"Yes, I've heard people mention this more than once, in fact, I think it's good that the two awards coexist in the past, and there are many fans who recognize the authority of the Golden Globe Awards." Yang Hao followed Platini's words and chased after him.

"Who's to say it's not?" Platini immediately agreed.

The Ballon d'Or and the World Footballer of the Year, in terms of professional authority, have always been the Ballon d'Or superior.

Authority here does not mean influence.

"Before, I was approached by a lot of executive committee members and the Football Association, thinking that we still need to have our own awards in European football, after all, after the merger of the World Footballer of the Year and the Ballon d'Or, there are too many problems, especially in the authority of the selection."

When Yang Hao heard this, his brows furrowed inadvertently.

Platini also realized the problem in his words, and hurriedly explained: "I'm not saying that there is a problem with this year's selection, Atletico Madrid's players deserve to win the award, I very much agree, if you don't get the award for such a result, then what is the need for this award?" ”

Yang Hao "relaxed" his brows slightly.

"There have been a lot of people who have mentioned to me that there is a problem with the voting process for the FIFA Ballon d'Or, and they all think that after the merger, this new award no longer reflects the authoritative value of this ancient selection."

After Yang Hao heard this, he "nodded" again and again.

"A lot of people have been asking me to create a new award, called European Footballer of the Year, to reward the best players in Europe, and to continue the spirit of the Ballon d'Or created by the French football magazine."

Yang Hao nodded again and again.

"Yang, what do you think?" Platini looked at Yang Hao eagerly.

Yang Hao seemed to be "persuaded" by his previous words, thought about it again, and nodded: "I agree with your opinion, and I also think that such a merger is not necessarily a good thing." ”

Platini had a look of "I knew you would agree with me", but quickly put on a look of embarrassment, "But if we want to set up an award, we must win the support of all clubs and football associations, especially top teams like you Atletico Madrid." ”

"That's nothing to say, we will definitely support the award set by UEFA!" Yang Hao expressed his position without hesitation.

That's what he said to Cerezo and Little Hill and others in the hotel just now.

Platini breathed a sigh of relief and was overjoyed, "With your words, then I am relieved, I can guarantee that the selection at that time will be open, fair and just, with your current strength of Atletico Madrid, there will be many winners." ”

Yang Hao immediately laughed, "I can't wait for what you said, can I come out in August this year?" ”

"I'm soliciting opinions from all parties, and I'll start preparing when I get back, and I'll roll it out when the time comes."

"Then I'll wait for your good news!"

And when he was "laughing" with Platini, he happened to see that Zheng Mengzhun, who just said that he was going to the toilet, was whispering something from a distance while pulling FIFA President Blatter to say something, and faintly pointed to Yang Hao.

That's certainly not talking about Yang Hao, but about Platini.

From Yang Hao's point of view, he wished that Blatter and Platini would turn their faces, and it was best to have a showdown of the century.

In Yang Hao's previous life, the two later fell out.

Now, Yang Hao is just pushing it slightly.

In the end, it is only a matter of time before the two fall out.

President of FIFA and considered the emperor of world football.

If you want to say that, then Platini is the crown prince appointed by the emperor.

In all dynasties, how many emperors can put their hearts on the crown prince without reservation?

Isn't it more that the emperor loves the throne and is always on guard against the crown prince?

The relationship between Blatter and Platini is, to some extent, like this.

As long as the contradictions between the two get bigger and bigger, the fortress is broken from the inside, and all the problems are exposed, then the good days of FIFA and UEFA will come to an end.

……

Before the award ceremony began, Platini went to someone else to "ask" for advice.

Blatter, accompanied by Zheng Mengzhun, came over and chatted with Yang Hao for a few words, which was nothing more than a fierce praise for Yang Hao and Atletico Madrid, and also expressed his support for Atletico Madrid and La Liga.

At the same time, he mentioned the contradiction between La Liga and UEFA on the exclusivity agreement of the Champions League, and he firmly stood on the side of La Liga.

Of course, Yang Hao would not believe him, but he immediately expressed his gratitude to FIFA and Blatter.

And when Blatter mentioned that there were a lot of news about the FIFA Golden Ball merger in the outside media, Yang Hao said that he had not heard similar rumors in the circle.

The merger of awards, which is a matter for FIFA and French football magazines, after the merger, the most authoritative award in world football was born, which is a good thing for football practitioners.

Yang Hao also specifically mentioned the best coach of the year, believing that this is a recognition of the work of the head coach and a historic progress.

Of course, Blatter was also very satisfied with Yang Hao's statement.

With the current influence of Yang Hao in world football, if he stands up against it, then FIFA will have a headache.

"I can tell you in advance that you are the first FIFA Men's Coach of the Year!" Blatter deliberately sold a favor.

Yang Hao hurriedly thanked him, but he was secretly amused in his heart.

It's all taken out to sell favors, am I stupid?

If you have the ability, won't you give it to me?

After Blatter got the answer he wanted and left satisfied, Yang Hao looked at the old man's back, and then looked at Platini who was "chatting" with Wenger in the distance, and secretly laughed in his heart.

Let's fight!

Hurry up and fight a little harder!

You'd better dig out all the insider dealings, all the black stuff!

At that time, whether it is FIFA or UEFA, all powers will have to be limited and constrained.

With the current status and influence of Yang Hao and Atletico Madrid, they can stay out of the matter and wait for the opportunity.

……

This year's awards ceremony was broadcast simultaneously in more than 160 countries.

Naturally, the scale has also gone up.

The opening was followed by a wonderful performance, which raised the atmosphere of the opera house to a high level.

Van Basten then came forward to present the Team of the Year presented by FIFA and the International Professional Footballers' Association.

Launched in 2005 and now in its sixth year, the contest was voted by secret ballot from 55,000 members of the International Professional Footballers' Association.

Goalkeepers: Casillas;

Defenders: Puyol, Ramos, Pepe and Alves;

Midfielders: Xavi Alonso trailing, Andres Iniesta and Kaka in the middle;

Forwards: Cristiano Ronaldo, Fernando Torres and Lionel Messi.

Judging by the list, there are a total of 7 Spanish players, including the naturalized Pepe.

Thiago Silva was also the favorite to be shortlisted, but unfortunately, Ramos and Pepe were the main players in Spain's World Cup triumph, so the two beat Thiago Silva and Lucio to the best team.

It is worth mentioning that the players who were selected for the annual team were notified early, so they basically came to the scene, except for Ronaldo.

The reason why the Portuguese did not come to the scene was that he was injured.

Of course, as for whether it was actually injured, who knows?

This was followed by a fair play award for the Haitian Under-17 women's team, who was killed in the January 10 earthquake that killed their coach, but the girls still participated in the Under-17 World Youth Championship qualifiers and won the applause of the fans.

The Women's Coach of the Year went to Ned.

The subsequent award of the best men's football coach of the year was given to Yang Hao.

There is basically no controversy and suspense in this.

According to the vote rate announced by FIFA, Yang Hao is far ahead with 78% of the votes.

In other words, from the 2nd onwards, all added up, less than half of Yang Hao.

Moreover, whether it is the head coach's vote rate, the captain's vote rate, or the media's vote rate, Yang Hao is a well-deserved first, which proves the authority of Yang Hao's award.

The FIFA President's Award was given to Tutu, former Archbishop of South Africa and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, for his active support of the World Cup in South Africa and his commitment to using football to enhance the lives of his community.

The third-to-last award is the Puskas Prize.

The award was created in 2009 and is in its second year this year, and the competition is fierce.

Ahead of the Madrid derby, the favourite was Altentop's brilliant super volley in Turkey's European Championship qualifier against Kazakhstan on 3 September.

But after the Madrid derby, Messi's wonderful super world wave became famous, won more and more recognition and applause, and the votes on FIFA's official website also soared like a rocket.

Eventually, FIFA awarded the Puskas Award to Messi.

Interestingly, the guest of honor is Casillas, who has just won the goalkeeper position in the Team of the Year and was scored by Messi in the Madrid derby.

The Real Madrid captain commented on the goal before presenting the award.

'It was one of the most beautiful goals I've ever seen in my career.

Casillas said that when Messi scored, he and all his teammates did not expect that he would be able to hit the goal directly, which surprised everyone.

And more importantly, Messi pressed the ball and shot from a very tricky angle.

"There's nothing we can do about it!"

On the big screen behind Casillas, Messi's goal video and slow-motion replays were repeatedly looped, allowing everyone to clearly see the difficulty of this goal.

When Messi took the stage to accept the award, he thanked his teammates.

'It's not just me, it's the result of the whole team.

The Argentine's humility earned him the applause of the audience.

This was followed by the award of Miss World Football, which went to Marta from Brazil.

This is the fifth time Marta has won Miss World Football, and his vote rate has reached 38.2%, far ahead of Prinz's 15.18%, and he deserves the award.

At the end of the ceremony, the much-anticipated FIFA Ballon d'Or was presented by Jose Moulinier, CEO of French football magazine, and FIFA President Sepp Blatter.

This also shows the importance that both partners attach to this award.

Both Blatter and Molignier said that both parties hope to make the FIFA Ballon d'Or the most authoritative and influential award in world football through this cooperation.

For the three candidates shortlisted this year, whether it is Kaka, Torres, or Messi, they have all put in excellent performances for club and country.

"All three players are from Atletico Madrid!"

Molinier's words made the scene resound with overwhelming cheers.

Atletico Madrid's influence in the current world football can be described as pivotal.

Not to mention anything else, how many stars have Atletico Madrid cultivated in the past ten years?

How many stars has Yang Hao cultivated for Spain, Brazil, and European football?

In the end, under the watchful eye, Molinier finally opened the card with the name of the winner and announced the final suspense loudly in front of everyone present.

"In 2010, the first FIFA Ballon d'Or was won by ......"

Although, before this, Yang Hao always felt that no matter who won the award, it was Atletico Madrid who won the award anyway, it didn't matter.

But at this moment, he couldn't help but be a little nervous.

Was Kaka the one who created the legend?

Or will Torres win again?

Or maybe Messi finally got what he wanted?

At this moment, Yang Hao was really worried in his heart.

Everyone in the room was clearly just as nervous.

“…… Leo Messi! ”

When Molinier shouted the name with all his might, everyone in the audience stood up and gave extremely enthusiastic applause and cheers.

Tonight, the Golden Ball belongs to Atletico!

Messi was so excited that he jumped up from his seat, turned around and hugged Antonella next to him, and then hugged his teammates Kaka and Torres to accept their congratulations.

Whether it was Kaka or Torres, they all smiled and congratulated Messi.

Messi then hugged Ramos, Pepe, Alves, Xavi Alonso and Andres Iniesta.

Before going on the field, he also ran over and hugged Yang Hao.

When he hugged Yang Hao, the live broadcast camera also switched over.

Everyone saw the tears on Messi's face, and he kept thanking Yang Hao in his mouth.

Without Yang Hao, there would be no Messi today!

It was Yang Hao who took him out of the slums of Argentina, it was Yang Hao who helped him treat his illness, it was Yang Hao who carefully cultivated him for many years, or Yang Hao invested in him with great patience and trust, and finally achieved today's Messi!

The Argentine hugged Yang Hao and didn't let go for a long time.

And the applause in the opera house is also long, and even more and more enthusiastic.

Everyone knows the story of Messi and Yang Hao, and naturally they also understand the friendship between them and apprentice.

At this moment, it is not the omnipotent Messi on the football field who hugs Yang Hao tightly.

He is a child cultivated by Yang Hao.

Son of Atletico Madrid!

(End of chapter)