After the World Cup final, the winners of individual trophies were announced. The best player of the tournament was recognized as Argentine Lionel Messi, the most productive footballer prize was awarded to Colombian James Rodriguez, and the best goalkeeper deserved the name Manuel Neuer.
The "Golden Ball" award is given to the best player of the tournament. 10 players were nominated for this title.
From the Argentine team, FIFA suggested voting for Angel Di Maria, Javier Mascherano, and four-time best player in the world Lionel Messi.
In the German national team, Mats Hummels, Thomas Mueller, Philipp Lahm, and Toni Kroos were nominated.
In addition to these national team players, the title was fought for by Dutchman Arjen Robben, Brazilian Neymar, and the most productive player of the tournament, Colombian James Rodriguez.
The winner was recognized and the award was taken by Lionel Messi, who did not show much joy for the appreciation. In the final, his team lost 0:1 to Germany. The player himself scored four goals in this tournament, all in the group stage.
The "Silver Ball" went to German national team defender Thomas Mueller. The "Bronze Ball" went to Dutchman Arjen Robben.
The most productive player of the World Cup was recognized and the "Golden Boot" was taken by 22-year-old Colombian James Rodriguez. He scored six goals in this tournament and made two assists.
With one goal less, the champion Thomas Mueller received the "Silver Boot". The "Bronze Boot" deserved Brazilian Neymar, who scored four goals.
The "Golden Glove" was awarded to German national team goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.
The Young Player award went to Frenchman Paul Pogba.
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