The Portuguese ace beat Lionel Messi and Neymar to the award after claiming the highest percentage of all votes from fans, experts, coaches and captains.

For the second year in a row, Cristiano Ronaldo will take FIFA's The Best award home.

After a scintillating season with Real Madrid, where he led Los Blancos to win the UEFA Champions League trophy and La Liga's title, the Portuguese ace beat Neymar and Lionel Messi to the award. He also won the Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup and the Spanish Super Cup with the Spanish giants.

Cristiano Ronaldo shakes Lionel Messi's hand before the award was handed out.

During his acceptance speech, CR7 remembered his team-mates, while thanking his son and his girlfriend for their support during the 2016-17 season. He also congratulated Neymar and Lionel Messi for their nomination.