Torres third in FIFA award

Last updated : 13 January 2009 By Al Campbell
Torres took third behind winner Cristiano Ronaldo and second placed Lionel Messi in the award ceremony last night. Kaka came fourth, Xavi fifth and Steven Gerrard sixth.

"Ronaldo and Messi are for sure the two best players in the world and to come next to them is a privilege," said the Liverpool striker.

"The very fact of being here is a reason to be proud to represent my club and my country. It's a matter of pride to have two Spaniards amongst this group."