In its latest weekly letter, the CIES Football Observatory (International Centre for Sports Studies) has unveiled its ranking of the world’s most decisive football players for the year 2025. Lionel Messi takes the top spot, ahead of prominent figures like Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Michael Olise. The list, published by the CIES, also features several unexpected names, adding an element of surprise to the top performers.
CIES Ranking: Messi Tops Most Decisive Players Ahead of Mbappé, Kane & Olise for 2025
By Aditya Kapur
By Aditya Kapur
Aditya Kapur, a seasoned sports journalist from Mumbai, has dedicated over 15 years to covering Indian sports. His profound understanding of cricket and kabaddi has made him one of the country's most respected analysts. Working for Mumbai's largest sports publications, he developed a unique system for analyzing cricket betting odds. Aditya regularly travels between Mumbai and Delhi, covering major Indian Premier League tournaments. His sports analytics Telegram channel has gathered over 50,000 subscribers. He is particularly valued for his insider knowledge of cricket teams' behind-the-scenes life and accurate predictions for international matches.