In a candid interview with Marca, Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest footballer of all time, has opened up about the inevitable reality of his career winding down. At 37, the Argentine superstar hinted that his days on the pitch are numbered, but his focus is on embracing every moment while he still can.
"The end is near, and I’m enjoying and valuing every moment as much as possible," Messi shared. This marks a reflective phase in his life, as he acknowledges the fleeting nature of a career that has spanned over two decades at the pinnacle of the sport.
Messi's connection to both Argentina and FC Barcelona remains unshakable. "Argentina and Barcelona are my home," he said, reaffirming his deep ties to his homeland and the club that shaped his legacy. For many years, Barcelona was the stage where Messi crafted a footballing masterpiece, breaking countless records and leading the team to unprecedented success.
Today, Messi finds himself in a different but equally rewarding chapter of his life. After his emotional departure from Barcelona and a stint at Paris Saint-Germain, he has found a new home at Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS). "I am also in a place where I feel very happy, a new stage in my life," Messi said, reflecting on his fresh start in the United States.
Despite moving across the Atlantic, Messi continues to shine, winning the Leagues Cup with Inter Miami and boosting the club’s profile globally. Yet, there’s a palpable sense that Messi is beginning to come to terms with the closing act of his illustrious career.
This interview offers a glimpse into Messi's mindset—one of gratitude, reflection, and peace with where he is now. Fans worldwide continue to watch in awe as the Argentine maestro delivers moments of magic on the pitch, all while knowing that these moments may soon become cherished memories.
As Messi himself said, "I’m enjoying and valuing every moment." The football world will undoubtedly do the same, as the era of Messi gradually comes to a close.
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