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–Lewandowski is the reigning world footballer. (Alexander Hassenstein / Getty Images Europe / Pool)
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The world association also announced the names of the candidates for other categories. All winners will be announced on January 17, 2022 in a virtual TV show at FIFA headquarters in Zurich.
In addition to Haaland and Lewandowski, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Mohamed Salah, Karim Benzema, Kevin De Bruyne, Neymar, Jorginho, N’Golo Kanté and Kylian Mbappe have chances of winning the “World Football” title. Lewandowski from FC Bayern Munich received the title last year.
Teammate Manuel Neuer is nominated for the goalkeeper choice; For the coaches, the former Bayern coach and current national coach Hansi Flick and Champions League winner Thomas Tuchel from Chelsea FC can raise their hopes.
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