Lionel Messi ... of the award, including U2 singer and activist Bono, former basketball star Earvin "Magic" Johnson and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, attended the ceremony at the ...

In a press release, the White House cited Messi's foundation and his work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador as part of the basis for the award. Messi did not attend the ceremony.

While Lionel Messi ... d'Or ceremony after learning that no Real Madrid players would win. His rivalry with Rodri now carries an extra edge as both vie for The Best FIFA Men's Player award.

Soccer superstar Messi was not present for the ceremony. Outgoing US President ... and rock band U2's frontman Bono were also presented with the award. As was William Nye, better known as "Bill ...