The 28-year-old Barcelona star and father of two was crowned 2015 world's best player ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.
Messi received 41.33 per cent of the votes, Ronaldo earned 27.76 per cent with Neymar amassing 7.86 per cent.
''It is a very special moment for me to be back on this stage having watched Cristiano (Ronaldo) win it for the last two years,'' Messi said. ''It is incredible that it is my fifth Ballon d’Or, it is more than anything I could have dreamed of when I was a kid. I want to thank all my team-mates as without them none of this would be possible. I also want to thank football for everything, both the good and the bad. It has made me learn.''
The Argentina star was recognized by international captains, managers and journalists for his outstanding performances during 2015, when Barcelona became the first team to complete the treble of league, cup and Champions League for the second time. His performances were, at times, mesmerising and his highlights from the past 12 months include his goal against Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final, when he chipped Manuel Neuer from six yards, and his solo run against Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey final.
See full list of winners and more photos:
FIFA Men's World Player of the Year: Lionel Messi
FIFA Women's World Player of the year : Carli Lloyd
FIFA World Coach of the year (Men): Luis Enrique
FIFA World Coach of the year (Women): Jill Ellis
FIFA Puskas Award: Wendell Lira
FIFA Fair play award:Gerald Asamoah
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