Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a 3-0 win against Venezuela at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on Thursday night in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.
The former Barcelona captain and legend scored a spectacular brace on the night in what would have been his last official home game as an international player.
Messi Recalls His Time In Barcelona.
According to Barca Universal, the record eight-time Ballon d’Or winner spoke to the media following the game, reminiscing about his time at Barcelona and being reticent about his intentions to play in the World Cup next year.
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“There were a lot of emotions. I knew it was the last time here for the points. I experienced a lot of things on this pitch, good and not so good, but I’m keeping the best. I’m very happy. Being able to finish this way here is what I always dreamed of,” he said.
Later, looking back on his two decades at Barça, Messi remarked: “For many years I had the love in Barcelona, and I still have it.”
“My dream was to have it here, in my country, with my people. For several years, many things were discussed, but I’m left with all the good things we did with the group that tried and failed to make it,” he said.
“Then it came to me and a few others from that group. Everything we experienced was beautiful.”
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