Megan Rapinoe Wins the Women Ballon d’Or 2019

DBasia.news –  Megan Rapinoe was named the winner of Women Ballon d ‘Or 2019. This has made Megan defeat her closest rival, Lucy Bronze who was runner-up. Another rival, Alex Morgan, is in third.

Bronze was UEFA’s best female player in the 2019 period. She had a key role in bringing England to the 2019 Women’s World Cup semi-final some time ago.

Rapinoe, who was not present at the awards ceremony, stated in a video message shown at the event.

“I am disappointed that I could not come tonight. This is truly extraordinary, congratulations to other nominees, “she stated.

“I do not believe I won in this field, this is an extraordinary year. I want to thank my teammates and the United States federation, “Rapinoe continued.

Rapinoe had an extraordinary year with the United States Women’s National Team. She succeeded in bringing the champion to the 2019 Women’s World Cup. Rapinoe scored six goals in the event, to produce the Golden Boot as top scorer and the Golden Ball as the best player.

In September, she also received the award for FIFA’s best female player or at the 2019 Best Award.