Lionel Messi is a ‘Different’ player – the word is often heard. The popularity of the Argentine star is skyrocketing. Achieve all of this around Barcelona? That’s the case. Messi has won 34 trophies for Barcelona so far. But there is no success in Argentina!
He does not have to listen to the critics less about this. Towards the end of his career, the opportunity has come again to prove himself anew. To do something for the country. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner will get a touch of the elusive trophy if he wins against arch-rivals Brazil in the Copa America final at 6 am Bangladesh time on Sunday.
But that path is quite difficult. There are indeed many examples of crossing the difficult path in the Barcelona jersey, but the loss of the final rate to the Argentine jersey is only his partner.
He is credited with winning the Ballon d’Or a total of six times, including four in a row, as a reward for his outstanding performance in Barcelona. He has also won the European Golden Shoe a maximum of six times. He has also tasted many victories including La Liga, Champions League, Copa del Rey. But the regret of not winning any trophy on the country’s jersey remains. He has recently set a new record of playing a maximum of 150 matches for the national team. Did not score less than 76 goals. Even after all this, the elusive trophy is not being touched!
But that is not the opportunity. In his illustrious career before this year’s Copa, he has the experience of playing four finals in global competitions. But everything is full of bitterness. There is no joy. In the 2014 World Cup, Brazil had to leave empty-handed from the first trophy touching distance on the field. After losing 1-0 to Germany, Messi could not put a smile on the faces of millions of supporters.
Messi has three consecutive Copa America finals. That dream came true in 2007 when they lost 3-0 to arch-rivals Brazil in Venezuela. He reached the final in two consecutive Copas in 2015 and 2016 and once again disappointed the fans. Losing to Chile twice is a dream come true.
At the end of his career, Messi has reached another Copa final. It is enough to doubt whether it will be found in the next Kopa. Because age is that big barrier. So winning the trophy by beating the hosts in Moroccan on Sunday will be a big dream come true. Now, look at the football god Messi?
This time Messi’s form is telling something new. So far, he is fighting to win the Golden Boot with four goals. Also not less assist. The direct role behind five goals. He is stepping in all the matches. So the fans are very much looking for at least Messi to hold the trophy this time. Add new feathers to your career. But the path is very difficult. Losing them on the Brazilian field is not easy.
As much as Messi plays as a Barsa player, critics say he is not seen in the national team. But when he gets on the field, he can be seen playing with his best. But there is no trophy for that country. Which may not be giving less pain to Messi. So if Bangladesh can beat Brazil on Sunday morning, all the criticism will be answered. Can Messi?
