Messi between Oviedo and London: doubt over his Ballon d'Or attendance

While Leo Messi celebrates in Oviedo the awarding of the Princess of Asturias Sports Prize, his presence at the Ballon d'Or Gala in London remains unconfirmed. The day combines a local recognition with the mystery of an international event that will be held on Monday, October 26.

The footballer posed yesterday in the Asturian city and will collect the award today at the Campoamor Theatre. After the ceremony, he will take a flight to the United States to join the dynamics of Inter Miami.

Uncertainty about the Gala in London

J. A. Sirvent MD Martínez, section chief, indicated that the Ballon d'Or organization expects Messi's presence, but there is still no definitive answer. The doubt persists due to the lack of an official confirmation.

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Inter Miami will face the New York Red Bulls this Saturday, a match that will mark the next step in the Argentine's agenda. After that encounter, Messi will decide whether to undertake the transatlantic trip to attend the gala at the London Palladium.

Messi is among the nominees and is the footballer who has won the award the most times, with eight trophies. His record reinforces the anticipation surrounding the ceremony.

Messi receives the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports

The tight schedule and the travel commitments in the coming days condition a possible presence of Messi at one of the most important dates in the football calendar. For now, the final decision remains pending on what happens in New York.