L. Messi – about the forward who left the biggest impression

2024-09-08 14:37 © USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect

Throughout his colorful career, Miami Inter striker Lionel Messi has played against many world-renowned footballers.

However, one of them left an indelible impression on him.

"Ronaldo Nazario was truly phenomenal. Of all the forwards I’ve seen, he is the best. An impressive player in every aspect," explained L. Messi.

The Argentinian also recalled another Brazilian, Ronaldinho, with whom he battled shoulder to shoulder at Barcelona.

"He really helped me. I stepped into the Catalans' locker room when I was only 16 years old, and it wasn't easy to integrate into the team at that time.

Ronaldinho began to take me under his wing and helped me to integrate.

Of course, I always watched him on the field. Naturally, we played together, but at that time I didn't have many such opportunities."