Messi completely lets loose on Zidane

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By: Manu Tournoux

Messi completely lets loose on Zidane

During an exchange with Zinedine Zidane organized by their common equipment supplier Adidas, Lionel Messi praised the former number 10 of the Blues.

When two legends meet… While in Miami, where he notably visited his friend David Beckham, Zinedine Zidane was able to chat with Lionel Messi. A meeting organized by Adidas, partner of the two men. The opportunity for the 2023 Ballon d’Or to say all the good things he thinks of the 98 world champion. “ It’s not because he’s here, but he’s one of the greatest in history.”first launched the former Parisian.

And to add: “I remember the time of Madrid, the Galacticos, the European Cup that he won. He was always an elegant player, he had art, magic and it’s not because he is here, but for me he is one of the greatest and I have many memories of him. I remember the goal against Leverkusen in the Champions League final (in 2002), the goals in the World Cup, the typical roulette… These are things that I really appreciated, beyond the suffering because I was and am a Barcelona fan. »

Zidane: “Messi is pure magic”

Zizou was also full of praise for the Argentine icon. “ If I had to describe Messi in one word? Pure magic. Because in the end, me and Leo are not always together, and today it is very important for me to tell him how much I admire him, blurted the Frenchman. And to all those who love football and these players who are different. Messi is pure magic. In the sense that even before receiving the ball he already knows what needs to be done. »

“For me, who understands football, when I see you on the field I almost already know what you are going to do, Zidane continued. It’s like a connection between us. When I see him doing what he does, I say to myself “that’s exactly it”. And that’s what people want to see in football. There are very few like him. He is even the only one. »

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.