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Kylian Mbappe Finally Recognizes Lionel Messi As ‘GOAT’
Kylian Mbappe’s announcement that Lionel Messi is the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time – Best of All Time) resonated throughout the football world and caused a major change in perception. Mbappe has chosen Cristiano Ronaldo as his role model for years, but recently realizing Messi’s unique talent has changed this narrative.
The long-running rivalry between Messi and Ronaldo has dominated world football for over a decade and defined the sport with dominance. But they were unable to win a major title on the international stage until Cristiano Ronaldo broke the curse and led Portugal to Euro 2016 glory and the UEFA Nations League.
But everything changed in 2021 when Messi eliminated any doubts that he could succeed with the national team by helping Brazil win the Copa America. The 36-year-old master defeated Kylian Mbappe’s French team in the World Cup held in Qatar in 2022, bringing a great victory to his team and the team’s strength reached its peak.
Adding to Messi’s accolades, he also caused controversy by winning the Ballon d’Or for an unprecedented eighth time, breaking the all-time record. Critics debated Erling Haaland’s excellent season at Manchester City but Mbappe backed Messi’s claim, highlighting the Argentinian’s iconic victory at the FIFA World Cup. Mbappe’s words were an acknowledgment of Messi’s unique history and the important role he played in winning the Copa America and the World Cup in such a short time. His respect for Messi’s achievements, especially his World Cup title, makes his legacy an important part of football.
“Messi had to win the Ballon d’Or, he won the World Cup, he’s one of the greatest in history, if not the greatest for me”, Renowned transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano quoted Mbappe as saying.
“Haaland had a great season, me too, but next to winning the World Cup it doesn’t weigh much. Leo deserved it,” Mbappe insisted, citing Argentina’s historic achievements and deeply understanding Messi’s unprecedented impact on the sport. Mbappe’s recognition as a symbol of this past light made Messi disrespectful and became a turning point in football history.
