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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>Lionel Messi won the men\u2019s Ballon d\u2019Or for a record-extending seventh time on Monday, ending the year in style after a brilliant final season with Barcelona and earning his first major international trophy with Argentina.<\/p>\n

Alexia Putellas became the third winner of the women\u2019s award for an outstanding season with Barcelona and Spain.<\/p>\n

The 34-year-old Messi led Argentina to the Copa America title in July after losing in four major international finals.<\/p>\n

More: MSN<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. Lionel Messi won the men\u2019s Ballon d\u2019Or for a record-extending seventh time on Monday, ending the year in style after a brilliant final season with Barcelona and earning his first major international trophy with Argentina. 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