I started watching football because of Messi. I supported Barca and Argentina because of Messi. I’ve never cried for a player, only for him.
How do I explain what he means to me? I’ve dreaded this day. I just wish I could keep Messi forever.
And just like that… a part of our childhood has come to an end. 💔🇦🇷
The best thing about this is that Leo Messi leaves the Argentina National Team at 39 still as one of the best players in the world, not as dead weight or a player the team had to move on from, but still performing at the highest level and making a difference.
He leaves on his own terms. 🐐
🚨📱| Gary Lineker’s Emotional Message to Lionel Messi
🗣️: “Forget football for a moment.
Imagine walking onto a World Cup pitch knowing your father is seriously ill. Imagine carrying that fear in your heart while millions watch you, judge you, abuse you, and even send you death threats.
Lionel Messi still played. He still carried Argentina. He still gave everything.
And now, after all of that, he has lost his father.
People will remember the goals, the trophies and the performances. But behind all of it was a son worrying about his dad while trying to do his job on the biggest stage in football.
That puts everything into perspective.
No football rivalry, no argument, no player debate is bigger than this.
My deepest condolences to Lionel Messi and the entire Messi family. May Jorge Messi rest in peace. 🕊️❤️
Be kind. You never know what someone is carrying behind the scenes.”