Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Spain's Aitana Bonmati win FIFA's best player award

Lionel Messi has been named FIFA's best men's player after moving from Paris Saint-Germain to Inter Miami and leading the David Beckham-owned team to a little-known Leagues Cup title — all while elevating soccer's relevance in the United States.

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Spain's Aitana Bonmati win FIFA's best player award
A woman in a black dress is seen posing with a trophy.

Lionel Messi has been named FIFA's best men's player after moving from Paris Saint-Germain to Inter Miami and leading the David Beckham-owned team to a little-known Leagues Cup title — all while elevating soccer's relevance in the United States.