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#1 Lionel Messi (Argentina, Barcelona)
When you are the best player in the world, it is hardly any surprise that you would top the rankings in your own continent. But Lionel Messi has been nothing short of spectacular this season too and it is this consistency that makes him the best in the world.
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The Argentinean is a genius on the football pitch, an artist who is exceptional in front of the goal. He also takes the time to regularly churn up masterpieces that wow the opposition as well as his staunch supporters. However, he is more than just a goalscorer; Messi can score, he can assist, he can give moments of magic on the pitch and this season he has been in inspired form.
The Barcelona Skipper has already scored an incredible 39 goals from 37 games in all competitions. He also has 15 assists to his name and in the La Liga, he is leading the race to the Golden Boot by a mile, scoring 29 goals from 26 appearances. Lionel Messi is the best South American footballer as well as the best footballer in the world in current form.
