Player of the Year: Lionel Messi or Ligue 1 Legend: Antoine Griezmann

Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann have both been exceptional players in their respective leagues this season, but who deserves to be named Player of the Year? The answer may surprise you.

Antoine Griezmann has been a standout performer for AS Monaco this season, scoring 22 goals and providing 7 assists in 24 league appearances. His performances have helped the club secure a top-four finish and qualify for the Champions League, and he has also won the French Football Federation's Player of the Year award.

On the other hand, Lionel Messi has been even more dominant in La Liga this season, leading Barcelona to the top of the table with his impressive performances. He has scored 25 goals and provided 9 assists in 28 league appearances, and his goalscoring prowess has been crucial to Barcelona's success.

While both players have had outstanding seasons, it is difficult to argue against Griezmann's case as the clear winner. His performances have been more consistent than Messi's, and he has helped lead Monaco to a strong finish to the season. Additionally, Griezmann's contributions off the pitch have not gone unnoticed, with him being named in the Ligue 1 team of the year.

Ultimately, it will come down to which player performs better in the final game of the season. However, based on their current form and overall performance, it seems likely that Antoine Griezmann will be named Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.