Argentine footballer, Lionel Messi who recently won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, has been honored with a statue at the CONMEBOL museum in South America.
The statue stands alongside those of other football greats, including Diego Maradona and Pele.
The Argentine Football Association has also recently renamed their training center after Messi, further highlighting his status as one of the greatest football players of all time.
Messi expressed his gratitude for the statue, stating that he had never dreamed of such an honor. His childhood dream was simply to become a professional football player and to play the game he loved.
Messi believes that the most important thing is to fight for your dreams, as anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
Messi also emphasized the importance of enjoying the game of football, which he considers to be the most beautiful thing in life.
The multiple-time Ballon d’Or winner shared a photo of himself with his statue on Instagram, thanking the CONMEBOL museum for the recognition.
Messi’s dedication and passion for football have made him a true icon of the sport, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of players.