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How the nominees were shortlisted

A jury of 53 sports journalists representing each of the UEFA member associations whittled down the 2010/11 long list to Xavi Hernández, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The final three featured in a deciding vote in Monaco on Thursday 25 August during the UEFA Champions League group stage draw, with Messi selected the overwhelming winner.

 
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