Andres Iniesta with the UEFA best player award. Pic/AFP

Iniesta, 28, received 19 votes, with Ronaldo and Messi — the winner of last year’s inaugurual prize — each receiving 17. “I am very honoured and I dedicate this award to my Barcelona and Spain teammates,” said Iniesta. “I am privileged to be here with two such great footballers as Leo and Cristiano.”u00a0