Top Football Players: kaka and ronaldo and messi

Real Madrid pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka are to go head-to-head with Barcelona trio Lionel Messi, Xavi and Iniesta for the FIFA World player of the year award. Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo is defending his crown following his exploits for the Premier League champions last year, however Messi remains the clear favourite having recently scooped the Ballon d’Or.

The five nominees were confirmed following a poll of national teams’ captains and coaches and the winner will be announced on December 21st in Zurich, Switzerland.