It was there that I learned to walk just to be able to chase a dream. And yet, I was told I would never be a footballer. But being smaller forced me to be faster. Disbelievers, critics and naysayers made me more determined than ever. With the support of my family I moved to Spain with the chance to play for Barça. It was an opportunity to be the player that I always dreamed I could be. I’m 24 now.
And football still means exactly the same to me. I can only think of the next game, of giving all I’ve got for Barcelona and for Argentina. It’s an honor and a responsibility to be considered the best player in the world, but I would not be where I am without my teammates of Barça and the National Team. It is for them, my family and my fans that I keep working hard. I also understand the special and important role of a public figure and how I can help those in need. That is why my family and I created the Leo Messi Foundation. Putting smiles on the faces of disadvantaged children and helping them maintain hope is always one of my greatest achievements. http://www.leomessi.com
http://www.fundacionleomessi.org
http://www.fcbarcelona.com
http://www.adidas.com
