Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer has caused controversy after his high-profile statements about Argentine legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team.
Roger of Switzerland spoke through the British newspaper The Times, where he praised Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi and won the 2022 World Cup.
Roger Federer on Messi
Federer said: “Lionel Messi’s goalscoring records and tournament victories should not be listed here now. What strikes me about the 35-year-old Messi is his continued greatness over the years. This (continuity) is difficult to achieve and maintain.” ”
Federer added: “Messi dribbles like a magician and his passes are nothing short of a work of art. Leo’s awareness and foresight of the ball’s trajectory and the accuracy of his passing is unbelievable!” “.
And he added: “My career has come to an end. Now I am aware of the burden that we, the athletes, bear, but in our daily life and in relation to the public, and we are not aware of this. In the case of a football player like Messi, the burden on he certainly has more than everyone else because he represents a famous club all over the world and a country that is so passionate about football.”
Argentina won the World Cup
And he continued: “It was amazing for Argentina to win the World Cup. Millions of fans took to the streets of Buenos Aires to celebrate an incredible sporting moment that the whole world has witnessed.”
Federer: “Even those who don’t follow football must have realized the true impact of the world’s most popular sport.”
He added: “When I was a kid, Maradona and Batistuta were my favorite Argentine players. I was lucky to get to know them. They inspired me. Now Messi can inspire future generations.”
Finally, Federer said: “I can only hope that we get to see a little more of Messi’s creativity and unique art. As a fan, you don’t blink too much when Messi is on the pitch. You may miss something amazing from this person.” amazing moments.”