Barcelona Post Outstanding Tweet After Lionel Messi's 'FIFA Best' Snub

Lionel Messi's omission from FIFA's Best award sent social media into overdrive which includes a superb Tweet from Barcelona.

Luka Modric, Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohamed Salah have been nominated for 'The Best FIFA's Men's Player Award'.

Yep, that's right - Messi doesn't make the cut despite his scintillating season for Barcelona in the 2017/18 campaign. He bagged a ridiculous 45 goals in all competitions, steering his side to a domestic double.

Messi being snubbed of a spot on the shortlist has now prompted a reaction from his club.

Barcelona have shared a picture of the man himself, accompanied with the words: "No doubt for Barça Fans. He is the best. Period."

Naturally, Messi's exclusion from FIFA's candidates got people talking. Here's some reaction from Twitter:

Who's taking home the prestigious gong? Sound off in the comment section below.

Topics: Football News, Football, Barcelona, Lionel Messi

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