At All At All : Messi awarded World Cup 2014 Golden Ball

The Barcelona ace finished on the losing side in Sunday's tournament decider in Rio de Janeiro but was nonetheless recognised for his individual excellence in Brazil
Lionel Messi been awarded the Golden Ball following his inspirational performances for Argentina at World Cup 2014.

The Barcelona attacker was on the losing side in Sunday's tournament decider, with the Albiceleste going down 1-0 to Germany after extra-time in Rio de Janeiro.

However, Messi has been rewarded for carrying his side to the final, with the 27-year-old having racked up four goals and one assist in seven appearances.

Thomas Muller, who won the Golden Boot in South Africa four years go, picked up the Silver Ball after another sensational tournament for Germany.

The 24-year-old attacking midfielder took his overall World Cup goals tally to 10 after netting five times in Brazil - and also set up three goals.

Meanwhile, Netherlands winger Arjen Robben took the Bronze Ball after playing a key role in Netherlands' third-place finish with three goals and one assist.

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