From retirement to records - another immortal Messi moment
Ten years after announcing he was quitting international football, Lionel Messi is still breaking records for reigning World Cup champions Argentina.
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Notable Quotes
"I enjoy playing and having a good time on the pitch. We enjoy seeing the people like this too, being able to give them this kind of joy."
— Lionel Messi , Athlete
"We don't have time to create statues for Lionel Messi or deep analysis for him in newspapers. We cannot keep pace."
— Guillem Balague , Celebrity
"He is enjoying it and this is the best thing."
— Guillem Balague , Celebrity
"Are we looking at the greatest player ever? It's possible and definitely worth the debate."
— Ashley Williams , Celebrity
Key People
Ashley Williams is a former professional footballer and television pundit.
Guillem Balague is a Spanish football journalist and commentator.
Lionel Messi is a renowned Argentine soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Steve Bower is a BBC commentator known for covering football.
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Ten years after announcing he was quitting international football, Lionel Messi is still breaking records for reigning World Cup champions Argentina.
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