Photo: Instagram/Lionel Messi In a touching and emotional moment, Lionel Messi , the Inter Miami forward, paid tribute to the late Diego Maradona while accepting his eighth Ballon d'Or award on Monday. Maradona, who passed away in 2020, remains an iconic figure in Argentine soccer history, and Messi made sure to remember him on what would have been his 63rd birthday. The 36-year-old football superstar acknowledged the significance of winning the prestigious award on Maradona's birthday. In his acceptance speech, Messi said, "Wherever you are, this is also for you. Happy birthday, Diego." His words were met with a heartwarming applause from the crowd, underscoring the deep respect and admiration Messi has for his fellow Argentine legend. Photo: Instagram/Lionel Messi Sharing the stage with his wife Antonela and their three sons, Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro, Messi received the Ballon d'Or trophy. In a heartwarming moment, his son Ciro attempted to hold the 33lb trophy, ...