Kaka Thanks Fans For Golden Ball Win

With Kaka lifting the Golden Ball (pictured), the AC Milan midfielder and attacker may be justified in partaking of a bit of crowing.

After all, he bested the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi en route to winning the World Footballer of the Year award - no mean feat for the Brazilian.

Still, he has opted instead to say 'thank you' to the AC Milan fans who have supported him during what has been a largely memorable 2007.

"It's a special day, and it's so emotional for me and my family," said the 25 year old.

"We're all very excited, and I also want to share this joy with all the rossoneri fans.

"I express to them my most sincere gratitude, as without their help none of this would have been possible."

Steve Michaels, Goal.com