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Lionel Messi sealed a great 2011 for him and FC Barcelona by winning his third straight Ballon d'Or in the gala held at Zurich, Switzerland. He bested fellow finalists Cristiano Ronaldo and Xavi to win the award, garnering 47.88% of the vote. He follows French legend Michel Platini (1983-85) as the only winners of the award for three consecutive years.
Barcelona wonder kid Lionel Messi has scored countless of times, but this goal was just very satisfying as he kicked only one ball to score two goals.
FC Barcelona restored their five-point lead over fierce rivals Real Madrid when Lionel Messi, in his 250th appearance scored a late winner as Barcelona defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-1 at the Nou Camp.
