The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is not thinking about hanging up his boots yet, which is great news for football fans.
The player who won the Golden Ball eight times is not thinking about hanging up his boots yet.
“Nowadays, rest is very important. As we get older, everything becomes more difficult,” Messi mentioned his recent physical difficulties. “I know that as soon as I can’t play anymore, don’t enjoy the games or can’t help my teammates, I’ll stop,” he added. “I know when I’m playing well and when I’m not. So for my retirement, it won’t matter how old I am. If I feel okay, I will continue to play.”
Messi is the biggest draw in football and Miami is under huge pressure to ensure he plays as many games as possible, but so far they have prioritized Messi’s long-term health over financial gain. of the team.
Avoid serious risks
Miami begins an Asian tour consisting of 4 matches. Messi played in the first match against Al-Hilal and the last seven minutes against Al-Nassr, he did not even enter the field in the following friendly match with an opponent. David Beckham, who co-owns Miami and played a key role in luring Messi to the United States, tried to calm the crowd of about 40,000 after the team’s 4-1 victory by thanking them, but then his voice broke. was drowned out by boos, and the Hong Kong government later called on the organizers to explain why Messi did not play.
Miami’s cautious approach paid off as Messi produced a series of impressive performances to lift the team to the top of the Eastern Conference. However, El Pulga has missed Miami’s last four MLS matches due to persistent muscle problems. He also had to withdraw from the Argentina team’s friendly matches in March.
Luinel Messi will certainly be the center of attention when Argentina sets out to defend its Copa America title this summer.
One of the main reasons why Messi was able to win so many titles and the Golden Ball at Barcelona is because he took very good care of his body. Leo has also cleverly adapted his playing style over time, from dynamic winger to number 9 in the early stages of his career, before becoming a playmaker in his 30s and late 30s. take on the role of midfielder.
It’s been known for a while that Messi mostly walks in matches since he’s moved on, but it’s a tactic to conserve energy, so Messi can explode at the right moments. and make a key impact in the final third of the field.
Perfect balance
“This is what I was looking for when I made the decision with my family: to enjoy it again, as I have done my whole career, after two difficult years, the truth is that we have had a difficult time. difficult (at PSG),” Messi said in an interview. “But fortunately, we are in a place where we are happy not only because of the results on the field but also because of our daily life with my wife, my children, our lifestyle and how we spend our time. living. The truth is we are enjoying this moment very much.”
Messi was right to decide to come to America, where he has the ideal combination of football and family life, and has the freedom to play at his own pace.
There is absolutely no doubt that Messi can still play at the highest level in Europe. A return to Barca was considered before his move to MLS, and Champions League finalists such as Manchester City were also considered possible destinations, but his main goal is to achieve longevity and assurance.
Miami tied Messi to a two-and-a-half year contract with the option to extend for another year, so Messi can stay in Florida until the end of 2026. After Qatar, Messi hinted he was about to retire from international football , but joining Miami changed everything, and it’s entirely possible he hasn’t had his last game on the international stage yet.
Messi will certainly be the center of attention as Argentina set out to defend their Copa America title this summer, and no one will be surprised if he leads Lionel Scaloni’s side to a third consecutive major title. As games continue to become more tactical and managers become bogged down in choosing the most effective line-ups, while asking their most talented players to take on very different roles, Specifically, players like Messi are becoming more and more rare.
Football still needs Messi for that reason. The next generation should aspire to express themselves freely and stand out from the crowd, as he has done for the past 20 years.
The bigger picture
Messi is a true champion, moving to MLS doesn’t change that. “What top players maintain throughout their careers is the way they compete and their desire to win, no matter where they play,” said Coach Martino. Today I still see it like the first time he played at Barcelona, wanting to achieve everything in his career path.”
Inter Miami is not where Messi chose to retire. He wants to add another triumphant chapter to his story and enhance his legacy by single-handedly elevating America’s premier league to unprecedented levels.
But most of all, Messi just wants to enjoy playing football, and watching Messi happily do what he does best is still the most beautiful sight in football. Miami is doing everything in their power to create the perfect environment for Messi to do that and they deserve praise for the efforts they have made.
