Statistical Analysis: Why Messi's Omission from FIFA's Best is an Absolute Mockery of Football

FC Barcelona v SD Huesca - La Liga
Messi was not included in the three nominees

#2 Dribbling

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Messi clearly leads the way in dribbling numbers

Messi is considered by many as the best dribbler in the world, and he is definitely excels compared to the other three. He attempts 7 dribbles per game, almost twice the number of Salah, who is second with 3.6. Ronaldo and Modric attempt 2.1 and 2.6 respectively.

Messi boasts of the highest success percentage as well, with 71%. Ronaldo is second with 66.7%, but he is nowhere near Messi in the volume. The Argentinian is miles ahead in take-ons, and the dribbles are not aesthetically bad either.

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Edited by Rohit Nath
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