Messi, Ronaldo, Xavi nominated for top FIFA award - SI.com

PARIS (AP) -Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Xavi Hernandez will be up against Real Madrid winger Cristiano Ronaldo for the FIFA world player of the year award, mirroring the intense rivalry between the Spanish giants. The three Ballon d'Or finalists were named Monday from 23 nominees. Messi beat Barcelona teammates Andres Iniesta