Lionel Messi is a man of many talents.
First—and most obviously—is his aptitude for soccer. Widely regarded as the greatest player ever to grace the beautiful game, Messi has dazzled fans across the globe for over two decades with his twinkling toes and sublime left foot, winning everything there is to win, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Second, he’s a savvy businessman. Off the pitch, Messi owns his own hotel brand, MiM Hotels, a range of wine labels, and even a tech investment firm, Play Time Sports-Tech HoldCo—all of which have helped elevate him to billionaire status.
Lastly—and perhaps most surprisingly, given he’s notoriously shy in interviews—Messi has also proven himself capable of turning a phrase. On occasion, the Argentina legend has offered up some truly inspiring words of wisdom, drawn from his own unmatched journey.
Here are 20 of the best quotes from soccer’s undisputed GOAT.
Inspirational Messi Quotes About Soccer
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3. "I have fun like a child in the street. When the day comes when I'm not enjoying it, I will leave football."
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Messi Quotes About Hard Work and Dedication
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8. "The day you think there is no improvement to be made, is a sad one."
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Humble Quotes That Define Lionel Messi
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13. "If I wasn't paid to be a professional footballer I would willingly play for nothing."
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Messi Quotes About Family and Happiness
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18. "Argentina is my country, my family, my way of expressing myself."
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