Lionel Messi has once again captured the football world\u2019s attention, not with his magic on the pitch, but with his words off it. In an interview shared by renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Messi was asked one of the most intriguing questions a football fan could imagine: \u201cAnother World Cup or another Ballon d\u2019Or?\u201d<\/p>\n
Without hesitation, Messi\u2019s response reflected his undying passion for his nation \u2014 \u201cAnother World Cup.\u201d<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a statement that speaks volumes about the Argentine maestro\u2019s priorities. Despite being the most decorated player in football history, with a record eight Ballon d\u2019Or titles, Messi\u2019s hunger for collective glory over individual accolades remains unmatched. The 2022 World Cup triumph in Qatar remains one of the defining moments of his career, and clearly, the taste of lifting that trophy still means more to him than personal awards.<\/p>\n
But Messi didn\u2019t stop there. When asked if he would rather be a club owner or manager, he replied, \u201cI\u2019d say club owner.\u201d That answer has set tongues wagging in the football community. Could this be a subtle hint at his post-retirement ambitions? With his current ties to Inter Miami and growing influence in the MLS, many fans are beginning to wonder if Messi\u2019s long-term vision includes building or even owning a football club.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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