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Lionel Messi wins Golden Ball despite subdued World Cup final performance

A dejected Lionel Messi barely knew where to look as he climbed the steps of the Maracana to accept his FIFA Golden Ball award - given to the best player at the World Cup.

Just minutes after losing the World Cup Final to Germany, the Argentina international was forced to pose for photos alongside Manuel Neuer, who won the Golden Glove award - awarded to the tournament's best goalkeeper.

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