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2011 FIFA Ballon d'Or Awards | Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic, and Sir Alex Ferguson are honored - The Busby Babe
Betin on Twitter: "ON THIS DAY: In 2011, Barcelona forward Lionel Messi wins the 2nd straight FIFA Ballon d'Or award from team mates Andrés Iniesta & Xavi. https://t.co/AQcC25SsEG" / Twitter
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105 Manchester United At The Fifa Ballon Dor Gala 2011 Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images
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