From the World Cup to the Champions League, Lionel Messi has won it all. The 36-year-old Argentine is in a position where his plays and guidance motivate the next generation. However, what would Messi, who is now considered one of the greatest of all time, say to a 16-year-old version of himself? The answer is simple, and that is to “enjoy football.”

The latest sensation in the soccer world is the Netflix documentary ‘Captains of the World,’ which has fans excited. The documentary offers an exclusive look at the journey of the 32 teams in the FIFA World Cup 2022, the same tournament in which Messi ultimately fulfilled his dream of lifting the coveted trophy.

Lionel Messi’s advice to his younger self

In the documentary, we see parallels between a 16-year-old boy from Rosario, who is getting ready to make his Barcelona debut and a 35-year-old soccer legend who has fulfilled the dream of an entire nation. A question then landed on the Argentine maestro’s lap, asking what advice he would give to a 16-year-old him.

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With a smile on his gleaming face, the Inter Miami forward stated, “Same thing I was told at that time, to enjoy football and keep doing what you always do, because that’s what matters the most, and the rest will come.” Lionel Messi further added, “God knows what he’s doing and why he’s doing it.”

That 16-year-old boy is now an 8x Ballon d’Or winner and the most decorated superstar with 44 trophies. Whether it is League trophies, League Cups, Champions League, Copa America, or the World Cup, the legendary Argentine has won it all. In addition to the advice, Lionel Messi also revealed his emotions before winning the World Cup.

A look inside La Pulga’s mind before the World Cup final

In ‘Captains of the World,’ Messi talked about his feelings before the commencement of the World Cup final match against France. “They say you can’t touch it or look at or anything,” revealed the former Barcelona superstar.

In soccer, there are tales of players touching the trophy before a game only to lose. “I could see it shining, and the trophy was calling out to me,” added La Pulga. While not before the match, Messi received his chance to touch the trophy after the match.

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