The legendary Argentine footballer, 8-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi, revealed who he has admired in football. According to him, he has always looked up to Pablo Aymar and Diego Maradona and was inspired by their playing styles.
"I really liked Pablo Aymar's games. He had an amazing team when he played for River Plate and stood out. His movements on the field inspired me.
Diego Maradona is a player of special significance for me – for us Argentines, he is the number one footballer. Then I would mention Pablo. I admired him as a player; I loved him very much," Messi said.
Pablo Aymar is considered one of the stars who has made his mark in Argentine football. He played for clubs like River Plate, Valencia, and Benfica, standing out with his technical skills. Diego Maradona is recognized not only in Argentina but also as one of the greatest footballers in the history of world football.
Today, Lionel Messi is considered an idol for young Argentine footballers. His passion for football and movements on the field have amazed fans all over the world.
Source: GiveMeSport
