New York City FC midfielders Andrea Pirlo and Frank Lampard were honored at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai for their illustrious playing careers. The ceremony brought together some of the biggest names in world football, including Lionel Messi, who took home the Best Player of the Year award.
Pirlo and Lampard were hailed by the committee for winning the Champions League, their technical quality, their sportsmanship, and for promoting the growth of the sport.
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Pirlo started 12 matches for New York City FC, recording 5 assists.
Lampard made 10 appearances, scoring 3 goals and assisting 1.
