@@DV-zv4ox I adore Messi, but I can understand that not everyone will be a fan of HIM, his football I think everyone respects, even his biggest haters hoping he failed at the world cup would have had a "Woah" moment when they watched that pass vs the Netherlands or the dribble assist vs Croatia, but some people aren't too fussed about him as a person. Kinda like me and Mohammad Salah, fan of his football, but I don't really care for him as a person. I don't dislike Salah but... idk, I just don't like him much ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Saudi was much better than MLS, to a country who calls the sport as soccer. Saudi is growing fast, with Benzema and kante joining and more players to come.
Lol he is so humble and playing for the pride yeah… that’s why he couldn’t lower his salary to go back to the club that literally made him grow (thanks to the injections …) and made him exist as a star from the age of 16. What a pathetic player . He made enough money for 9 generations.
I feel for Messi. He obviously wanted to return but knowing it would affect other players, he won't. And still, people are criticizing him for not "waiting" for barcelona and joining another club. He's a selfless man above anything, he wouldn't purposefully cause harm to anyone. That's why I admire Messi.
I mean he has offshore bank accounts to dodge paying tax. I'd say purposefully not paying tax when you have hundreds of millions overshadows all his footballing "goodwill" for sure. He also stands to make a lot more money playing in MLS compared to Barca as well through sponsorship deals and being in ads in the States.
@@JanbekOzturk dude refused 1.4 billions with 0% taxes in Saudi and yet he just wants money? so become rich and pay that huge taxes instead of envying of others wealth
@@jasondeblou6226 Barça wants to build a new team with their young players to win in future. They would some good players to get him back. It's sad end of en era💔
He is practically retired now... It was an absolute privilege to watch the GOAT play! Some nights, i will never forget. The happiness this man gave me, i will never forget. The joy me and my pops had watching him play, i will never forget. Thank you, Lionel Messi!!!!!!!! What an incredible career.
Messi had a point and he make the right decision not to return because like he said he didn't want to be the reason and accuse for another players to make paycut from their salaries.. 🐐👑⚽🙌🙌🇦🇷🙌🙌🙏❤️🙏😎✌️😎
Don’t act like before the news came, you guys weren’t on the Barcelona hype train, I love how he talked about this situation i have been saying that this transfer never made sense 😂😂 you were in feelings telling people that they are haters for being logical now you want to act like we’ve been on the same page from the beginning, busy making fake scenarios in your head because he is your favourite player and anyone who doesn’t see what your saying doesn’t know anything about football. All you guys look stupid and dumb 😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡 you were laughing at Ronaldo fans karma is a bitch😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡
@@crimzon_x4441 6 more years to recover their selling Camp Nou to Spotify now that's how big damage is. But if ever they come back Messi is 42 so yeah they can sign messi but don't expected he will run.
For football fans aged 18-25 who grew up on watching the epic Ronaldo vs Messi battle, the end of an era has unfortunately come. We're not gonna see either player playing in the UCL next season for the first time since 2003 😢
@UnlockOggBar Depends how you look at it. Guys gonna grow the game and do big things for MLS which soccer needs. No he’s not gonna be competing for trophies like we want, but hopefully it grows the game the right way. Same with Ronaldo
I love how this has humbled all you guys😂🤡 don’t act like you guys were on the same page before he decided to explain why he made the decision I’m not a messi or a Ronaldo ultra and tried to be neutral on this situation and I said that him going back to Barcelona doesn’t make sense everyone thought I was being a hater, keep that same energy guys 😂 you don’t want to accept that your favourite player decided to cash in.. when I said that his career is done and he won all the important trophies and I said he should go for the money I’m a hater ,now because he decided to go for the money everyone is acting like they were on the same page, I remember everything like an elephant, only a small minority were thinking like me, I’ve been keeping up with the news and comments section. All you guys look dumb laughing at cr7 fans 😂
@@Life_of_m That's the fanbases fighting amongst themselves cr7 going to Saudi is understandable the guy is 38 still has high levels of fitness but the Piers Morgan interview didnt help him, and he probably would have been a scapegoat at Chelsea if he somehow went there, After what he went through in 2022, I'm hoping he is enjoying football. I wanted Messi to go Barca but he went to Miami it is what it is. Anyone that types "Bodied my idol" or whatever insults ignore them
Agree with Messi, imagine going back to your ex club and know they sack people because of you.. that will ruined the mood. let's Barca fix their financial problem and being stable in every matches. Then Messi come back as a finisher (perfections) for the squad. that is the good way for both Messi and the Barcelona squad.
or Messi is just greedy, and is forcing Barca to pay an enormous amount for his services that requires them sacking some players. many ways to look at this.
I came late. Just two yrs ago. Where was I? Good question. I could kick myself for missing out for 13 yrs. Still I got the tail end and not the worst. After he had a banner yr. If it weren't for these hideous PSG fans, it would have been one of his best yrs at the age of 35-36. What a man! We shall not see his like ever again.
@@deezgutz5330 Because there is a limit to how much of a pay cut you're allowed to take in Spain by law. The law says that you need to earn a minimum of 50% of your previous wage which means that Barca would have to pay a lot of money in wages to Messi... even by reducing his salary 50%.
"He doesn't want to Barca selling other player." As an hard core fan of Messi as well as Barca till now I fully appreciate his honesty, modesty and kindness towards other players. Till now how much he loves Barca.
He has done everything and proved himself in everything. He did all he could with Barcelona and made them great at every possible thing. Putting that pressure on him again, as he says here, would have been too much at this point. He truly deserves some chill time finally.
When I first heard his decision I was devastated. I won’t be able to watch many of his games because of time zones. But after hearing the interview last night I made my peace with it and I just love him even more. He put his family over everything and chose peace instead of constant worrying about his future. I can respect that. I was bawling my eyes out when he talked about one day going back to Barca and wanting a proper farewell. He deserves it so much. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us Leo, we’ll always love you in Barcelona. I’ll follow you to to edge of the Earth. I hope they’ll treat you well in Miami.
@@chinavirus841 it’s not that bad. He still has the national team and his contract allows him to leave at the end of every season. He chose to leave Europe on a high note which will really matter for his legacy. Who knows, maybe one day he’ll be back for a final goodbye with us. Until then I just wish him happiness
We don't care where he goes, we will always follow him..A miracle from the Footballing gods, An Alien, A Freak of nature but at the end of the day, he's the god of football himself..THE GOAT 🐐 🤩🥲🥲
What a humble and kind hearted man he is and I am also very much happy to follow this man since I have started watching football.Thank god I was able to watch my GOAT and I promise to always stand with your decision.
As a lover of messi and a New Yorker I am so happy about this. He’s going to grow the sport so much with just his presence. We need it here sadly. Maybe I’m just selfish because I’ll get to go to games now but this move excites me. He is selfless and wonderful. Which is another reason why he’s the GOAT.
I thought I couldn't love Messi any more than I do, and here is wearing a "Do a Kickflip" shirt Dude just combined my two greatest loves: football and skating What a guy. How blessed we are to witness this man
That’s very nice of him to say that. It will clear the air and make it feel better for him and his family and his fans. ❤ Miss you in champions league. But it is fine. One day this has to happen. Thank you MESSI ❤
As an American Barca fan I'm so sad that I never got to see him in Europe. I thought he was going to stay at PSG one more year and I was considering making the trip to Paris. So I'm sad about that. On the other hand, I'm excited I'll be able to see him in person cuz best believe I'm traveling to Miami next year... Hopefully😢
I've been a fan of Messi for a while now and him coming to America is a dream come true for me. It is now not impossible for me to watch Messi play live. I am so grateful, my heart is full. Welcome to US, Messi! ❤
Leo is right. Our viability plan did involve selling on players and a reformed wage structure. All for him. He's understood that things could go complex, so he chose to move elsewhere. I hope someday before he decides to hang up his boots once and for all, we can bring him without complications or compromises and give him the farewell he deserves. Meanwhile we have to focus on getting stronger and try our best to make a comeback on the European stage, our main weakness. We have to do it for Leo. We have to make Leo proud.
But he also mentioned receiving offers from other European teams. It would be ideal for him to play there for at least 1 or 2 years. However, to be honest, I am the one being greedy as I would love to watch him play in Europe. He has already achieved a lot in football and can now enjoy his time in Miami.
@Pp Fe I mean who cares where he plays anymore? He's completed football and all the side quests too 😂. He probably feels it's a good choice for his family and also the kind of stakes that Messi is getting just by signing, I don't see why he won't if he wants to.
He put his famiy no1,didn't want the barca players to have their salary and careers affected.,,and other reasons too .What a special human being.Messi all the best,FANS FOR LIFE.
Humble he is. Messi didn’t want Barca lowering salaries or cutting off players for him, so he decided to go to Miami with his family to stay away from all that drama.
Indeed big respect for leo he understood what many of his toxic fans and FC Barcelona refused to understand because even if he didn't play with some of nowadays Barcelona team together he didn't wanted to be that selfish while fans and club were ready to sacrifice litterly every player just to sign him
@Pp Fe Why would a man regarded as the best at what he does do it for free you r e t a r d? Has anyone in the history of professional sports done it ? You bozo Ronaldo fanboys are different creatures
Surely this guy's humbleness n talent are things we're going to miss wen he retires, the affection he has for Barca is unparalleled.Still,. we will follow our 🐐 to the MLS. May God protect you Messi
He could have gone to Barca but he didn’t want to be the guy that forced the club to sell players or make them take pay cuts. What a man ♥️ Hopefully he has a magical stay in the MLS.
in the end, Barca need to rebuild the team again when he retired if he return to Barca..at 36, the most he will play maybe until 39-40..and he have won the Copa America & World Cup too, nothing more to achieve, just enjoying the twilight of his career..
@@LEON.1717 Because there is a limit to how much of a pay cut you're allowed to take in Spain by law. The law says that you need to earn a minimum of 50% of your previous wage which means that Barca would have to pay a lot of money in wages to Messi... even by reducing his salary 50%. The problem here isn't Messi but how bad the club was run under Bartomeu
@@LEON.1717 and you think Beckham gonna pay $780k per week he got at PSG?moving to USA is a pay cut already..he just don't want to disturb the rebuilding that Xavi has done this season. In 2,3 years when he retired, Xavi need to rebuild Barca squad again if he goes back to Barca..
@@LEON.1717Lmao he did a pay cut when he was in barca as well. Going back would disturb barca finance thats why he left. Unlike some pendu who obviously did for money
You do not only have immense talent but also a very wise and humble man. The world can not help but admire and adore you more and more. Thank you, Leo. Bravo
This comment really does speak out. In a way, by not going back there, Messi prevented Barca from clinging onto the past and now they can look forward to creating a new generation team . Breaks my heart, but we all need to move on. It was a contribution indeed!
Barca never wanted him back. This club just want to use him as an excuse to cut pays to other player, again. They will ask other players to accept pay cut for Messi, then refuse to sign Messi at the last moment. Just like what they did 2 years ago.
Not really, if he so selfless he should've taken a reduced salary so that the other players don't have to take pay cuts, or at least the pay cuts would be smaller, he's making a clear financial decision because he knows that his last chance of a major payday , he chose USA instead of Saudi Arabia to avoid the backlash while still getting a big contract. He might be the arguably the best player in the history of the football, but he's not a Saint that's for sure.
@@medomustafa2786 Messi, alaba and busquets wanted to join miami as they knew Messi was joining them Messi wanted his mates there that's a condition in his contract he wanted iniesta there he picked the UAE for a payday if miami had iniesta it would be prime Barcelona
@@medomustafa2786As per Spanish football authority a player can not reduced his salary below 50%. Messi was willing to reduced his salary to 50% but Barca was in such a bad financial state they couldnt even afford to pay him.
Además de que con las directivas no tiene una buena relación, también se debe tener en cuenta que para las directivas aunque reconozcan el valor de Messi, para ellos ya No es una prioridad pues prefieren talentos más jóvenes.
He literally said he was thinking about himself and his family with this decision. But of course y'all are gonna say he did it for the other players lol
@@LS-rl6gs look everyone does that. it's true. he said it at the very end. but, he also took the time to say that he didn't want other to suffer because of FCB wanting him to return
@@kingplatform2255 thats not what he said tho. He just said he doesnt want to be involved with that because he has already been accused of other things and is tired of it. So basically, its not about the other players at all. Its about him not wanting to be blamed by others.
Messi gets so much hate altough he always tries to make people happy playing football and he never trashtalks. He is a humble guy that deserves respect.
Can someone pls explain to me how come he gets such hate. It's real hate. One person wrote ina really vile comment that after along diatribe, he writes that I come alive and thrive and am happy when Messi suffers. I replied "You're sick" I got suspended for 24 hours for "harassment" Is RUclips OK in the head?
No matter the amount of good you do, there are still some insecure people that’ll take pride in hating you just to feel cool or feel different from the masses.
This man is inspirational. La Liga has a cap on how much money they can spend on a singular club therefore accepting messi back to Barcelona some players would be sold/lower salary to meet his demand. Messi never fails to amaze his generosity.
I was upset at first about his decision of going to MLS. But after watching this video I have more respect for him. I hope that Barca will sort out their problems without having to sacrifice anyone then I really wish the Messi at that time should return to Barca and win the Champions League before hanging up his boots. Best wishes, lots of Love Leo..... Vamos Argentina, Visca el Barca .....
Salute you sir lift up youre head you can look all the fans without any guilt you did nothing wrong,,,,be happy and stay healthy goodluck to youre new journey.........
If I am sure of one thing, it is that there will never be another player at Messi's level who maintains that humility that characterizes him on and off the pitch, Messi is a good player but also a great person.
These years are really hard for people who used to gather together to watch Classico Barça and Madrid, Messi and Cristiano, we already sad Ibrahimović retired 💔 all I can say thank U guys for the Legacy that you left, thank You guys for the happiness that you made us feel ❤️
Messi is class off the field on the field. Great personality! I think it is great decision specially for his family and children. Moreover, it is great for the US soccer.
Honestly, a good decision. Messi knows that if he goes back his influence will be too big and negatively impact Barcelona. Love to see that he just wants the best for Barca even if it means that he himself can't play there anymore. Can't wait to see how he does in the MLS, might even get a chance to meet the GOAT
Wow! Well done to Messi.. Obviously, he didn't want to be the reason other players' futures were impacted, so he decided to avoid all that and go to another team.. Let's be honest, not every player would do that.. Most would go to where the money and fame is
If you think the reason messi didnt go to barca is because he thought about the other players, you need to rewatch the Video. He literally said he was thinking about himself and his family. He did it for himself because it was easier and he was tired of waiting for barca to fix things and actually make a formal offer because it didnt work last time either. And yes he stated that he didnt want to be involved in player sales or salary reductions because he didnt want other people to blame him for it. Doesnt sound like he was thinking about the other players much but rather about himself not getting the blame.
@@LS-rl6gs go watch again he said he was always being accused of falls things in Barcelona and that is why he don't want to be involved in this issues again like sacking managers or players reducing their wages back in 2021 people were saying mesdi is the resone for financial crises players were saying messi Is the resone of barca financial crisis
Good for Messi. I already thought so that what happened when he left would left a big mark and would ultimately be the stone. It's nice of him to consider the current players and what's best for Barcelona team as a whole. I hope his move to the US will be good for him.
The best part is he didn't went to Saudi.... And as a fan of him, he just showed as what we have to follow in our future rather than running behind money.. and he is the real idol for all of football lovers.
Oh man ..What a person..he not only taking care of his own family..also he respect teammates and their financial matters...❤❤❤❤Bro this is called Honesty....his opinion is absolutely to the point no hiding no controversy...Messi you are really Greatest of all time..bu your gameplay and for your honesty ❤❤❤❤
Hes so sweet for keeping the current players in mind while making this decision, instead he didnt want to let his return affect anyone else and that is honeslty so nice of him🔥🔥Hope he has a great stay at the new club❤❤
You can't tell me that you treat him on his last day in an awful way and still expect him to come back as if nothing ever happened. It was a disgrace the way he was treated upon his departure, even if he was willing to reduce his own salary. I remember him shedding tears.
He has a point. I'll be his fan no matter where he goes but I really wished he played more UCL. He still has some top level footballing years left in him
@@greensloth5125 no one will cry because we all know Messi is FIFA’s boy.. He already robbed 3 ballon dors… 1 more to go.. so the ghost of Paris will win another ballon dor just because ge scored 4 gifted penalties in rigged world cup😂🤣
For retirement yes.....not during their prime......it is a rich kid sport in the usa.....and no relegation or promotion setup......so everbody get a participation cup......
The number one sport that is loved and practiced for many generations in a nation's history tends to be the one that country is good at. It will be a very long time before America becomes a real super power in football/soccer when more money and time is spent developing it's athletes to play in the NFL, NBA and Baseball.
Reasons why I love Messi. He’s a humble person and always puts his family and teammates first. Even though he wanted to join Barca, knowing that it would affect the players and their future there, he didn’t join. He’s a true hero for Barca and yet people will still criticize and hate on him. No matter what, Barca fans will always love you Messi! ❤️💙 Força Barca
I haven't watched a lot of Messi interviews, but I always knew and could tell that he was a smart and humble man, who didn't care that much for the spotlight. I respect him even more now after making this decision, not selling out by going to Saudi Arabia and following the likes of CR7 (extremely unlikeable) and not going to Barcelona for the respect of the players there and his wife and kids. Now, he has made a good deal for himself and his family and is at a beautiful place for his kids as he slowly and with no pressure walks towards the finishing line of his career with a happy smile knowing he has achieved everything he ever wanted to.
Included in Lionel Messi's deal with Inter Miami: ➡️ Percentage on subscriptions to the MLS Season Pass from APPLE TV, paid directly by APPLE ➡️ Percentage of Inter Miami shirt sales, paid directly by Adidas ➡️ Possibility of acquiring an MLS franchise at the end of his career
As a life-long Barça fan: He's absolutely right, and I love him for his decision. Barça needs to move on. He's doing us all a favour by NOT returning. Barça was planning to make him their priority over registrating the new contracts of Gavi and others... As a fan and someone who really cares about FC Barcelona, he couldn't let that happen, so he has acted unselfish and I love Messi even more now.
His decision is really good for the promotion of football in america, i bet alot of americans would want to watch him play there. Great decision in my opinion of him to end his career in america and not in a middle eastern country where the leagues are way below his level. I wish him all the best even tho im still mad about the quarter finals🇳🇱🇦🇷 haha❤
He took care of Barca players even while not joining Barcelona. A hero a legend. The best. Messi!!!
Now you're trying to comfort yourself
@@nathanchisupa3960yess😂
@@nathanchisupa3960 ofc we all are and what about it🥲
@@koolestkid nothing but Barcelona is useless. I knew it won't work and it didn't. At least he was smiling in that announcement
@@nathanchisupa3960 yeah true messi wanted to return but they couldn't even offer him an actual contract he could count on
Very honest from Messi.
Gobble gobble from you, welcome to burger league
@@mintchevvv1834😂😂
Like always, he is a very good guy
Of course, thank you sir 🇺🇸
@@mintchevvv1834 Another mad European?
I’m not a big fan of messi but he has a point
You're not a fan of a humble, down-to-earth, once-in-a-lifetime footballer who has achieved more than anyone else in the code? Okay...
@@DV-zv4ox I adore Messi, but I can understand that not everyone will be a fan of HIM, his football I think everyone respects, even his biggest haters hoping he failed at the world cup would have had a "Woah" moment when they watched that pass vs the Netherlands or the dribble assist vs Croatia, but some people aren't too fussed about him as a person.
Kinda like me and Mohammad Salah, fan of his football, but I don't really care for him as a person. I don't dislike Salah but... idk, I just don't like him much ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
@@DV-zv4ox That doesn't mean you HAVE to like him, I'm not a fan of him either, but I don't hate the guy.
@@DV-zv4ox ???
Saudi was much better than MLS, to a country who calls the sport as soccer. Saudi is growing fast, with Benzema and kante joining and more players to come.
Messi so humble, honest and generous person. Thinking about his ex-club players. A true hero❤
MUAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA MADE MYY DAYYYYYYYYYYYY BEST JOKE IN HISTORY OF RUclips!!!
@@Syrrhas lol i actually laughed at your comment
Lol he is so humble and playing for the pride yeah… that’s why he couldn’t lower his salary to go back to the club that literally made him grow (thanks to the injections …) and made him exist as a star from the age of 16. What a pathetic player . He made enough money for 9 generations.
@@Syrrhas ? what are you even saying man
@@zerma6 Are you good my g?
I feel for Messi. He obviously wanted to return but knowing it would affect other players, he won't. And still, people are criticizing him for not "waiting" for barcelona and joining another club. He's a selfless man above anything, he wouldn't purposefully cause harm to anyone. That's why I admire Messi.
I mean he has offshore bank accounts to dodge paying tax. I'd say purposefully not paying tax when you have hundreds of millions overshadows all his footballing "goodwill" for sure. He also stands to make a lot more money playing in MLS compared to Barca as well through sponsorship deals and being in ads in the States.
@@JanbekOzturk dude refused 1.4 billions with 0% taxes in Saudi and yet he just wants money? so become rich and pay that huge taxes instead of envying of others wealth
@@JanbekOzturkCry me a river
barca made messi, he shoudl never foreget thatr
@@jasondeblou6226 Barça wants to build a new team with their young players to win in future. They would some good players to get him back. It's sad end of en era💔
He is practically retired now... It was an absolute privilege to watch the GOAT play! Some nights, i will never forget. The happiness this man gave me, i will never forget. The joy me and my pops had watching him play, i will never forget. Thank you, Lionel Messi!!!!!!!! What an incredible career.
Zlatan came back to Europe after a trip to MLS - so he might not be completely retired
😥😢😭
@@Stalgard messi is not a 6ft striker nor he has leadership abilities and charisma like zlatan
@@dsssssddddddddsdss
Butthurt. Ouchieee
Ronaldo better
Messi had a point and he make the right decision not to return because like he said he didn't want to be the reason and accuse for another players to make paycut from their salaries.. 🐐👑⚽🙌🙌🇦🇷🙌🙌🙏❤️🙏😎✌️😎
Barcelona is too weak
Don’t act like before the news came, you guys weren’t on the Barcelona hype train, I love how he talked about this situation i have been saying that this transfer never made sense 😂😂 you were in feelings telling people that they are haters for being logical now you want to act like we’ve been on the same page from the beginning, busy making fake scenarios in your head because he is your favourite player and anyone who doesn’t see what your saying doesn’t know anything about football. All you guys look stupid and dumb 😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡 you were laughing at Ronaldo fans karma is a bitch😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡
Hopefully Barcelona can recover quickly from their financial problems so that Messi can go back there without cost of other players
@@crimzon_x4441 6 more years to recover their selling Camp Nou to Spotify now that's how big damage is. But if ever they come back Messi is 42 so yeah they can sign messi but don't expected he will run.
@@johnWICKcruz8334 messi can come on loan tho
For football fans aged 18-25 who grew up on watching the epic Ronaldo vs Messi battle, the end of an era has unfortunately come. We're not gonna see either player playing in the UCL next season for the first time since 2003 😢
Bro, I’m 32 lol
@@djalfredoDAM U OLD
Its not like be did much in the ucl since xavi and iniesta left barca lol
Cristiano* ronaldo
@@creizyfool mate no one is comparing r9 to messi
Makes sense if you think about it about all the financial and mental trouble his return it would have on the club, players, himself and the media
@UnlockOggBar Depends how you look at it. Guys gonna grow the game and do big things for MLS which soccer needs. No he’s not gonna be competing for trophies like we want, but hopefully it grows the game the right way. Same with Ronaldo
@UnlockOggBar not yet in internasional career, even in lv club not 100% yet, but almost, yes.
I love how this has humbled all you guys😂🤡 don’t act like you guys were on the same page before he decided to explain why he made the decision I’m not a messi or a Ronaldo ultra and tried to be neutral on this situation and I said that him going back to Barcelona doesn’t make sense everyone thought I was being a hater, keep that same energy guys 😂 you don’t want to accept that your favourite player decided to cash in.. when I said that his career is done and he won all the important trophies and I said he should go for the money I’m a hater ,now because he decided to go for the money everyone is acting like they were on the same page, I remember everything like an elephant, only a small minority were thinking like me, I’ve been keeping up with the news and comments section. All you guys look dumb laughing at cr7 fans 😂
The media and fan pressure alone in serious football countries compared to the US is a huge relief and benefit for him.
@@Life_of_m That's the fanbases fighting amongst themselves cr7 going to Saudi is understandable the guy is 38 still has high levels of fitness but the Piers Morgan interview didnt help him, and he probably would have been a scapegoat at Chelsea if he somehow went there, After what he went through in 2022, I'm hoping he is enjoying football.
I wanted Messi to go Barca but he went to Miami it is what it is.
Anyone that types "Bodied my idol" or whatever insults ignore them
Agree with Messi, imagine going back to your ex club and know they sack people because of you.. that will ruined the mood. let's Barca fix their financial problem and being stable in every matches. Then Messi come back as a finisher (perfections) for the squad. that is the good way for both Messi and the Barcelona squad.
or Messi is just greedy, and is forcing Barca to pay an enormous amount for his services that requires them sacking some players.
many ways to look at this.
@@snivvelslurderagementai2560 he will go to saudi if you are right😂
@@snivvelslurderagementai2560 Dude you have got to have negative IQ. If he wanted money he would have gone to Saudi
@@greenbrocolli09Mls paying more than barca 🤣🤣🤣
@@SaadBinAlamgir3345 well duh Miami is paying more than barca, because barca is broke
Not a Messi fan, but he took a sensible decision. He doesn’t have to go again into similar shit. It’s time to move on.
Dude what he had at Barcelona and PSG is bad,but he wasnt tak bad about those clubs,like IM not his big fan about this man,but he got all my respect
you are not a football fan if you are not a messi fan as simple as that.
@@vik24oct1991 whoever says that has no ball knowledge outside wc 2022
If you're not a Messi fan you're not a Football fan.
@@vik24oct1991That's not a valid reason not to be a fan of the sport, but you are not a real fan if you called football soccer.
What a legend. He literally cares about everyone else and made a decision on that.
Very humble man ..this type of men young generation should be influence more
even he is out of barca he still think about the players from the team... i was loving this man from 2002 and ill always do
I came late. Just two yrs ago. Where was I? Good question. I could kick myself for missing out for 13 yrs. Still I got the tail end and not the worst. After he had a banner yr. If it weren't for these hideous PSG fans, it would have been one of his best yrs at the age of 35-36. What a man! We shall not see his like ever again.
He could of taken the pay cut, it wasn't about that it was about him & his Family getting burnt by barca
@@deezgutz5330 Because there is a limit to how much of a pay cut you're allowed to take in Spain by law.
The law says that you need to earn a minimum of 50% of your previous wage which means that Barca would have to pay a lot of money in wages to Messi... even by reducing his salary 50%.
@@deezgutz5330 learn the rules before commenting clown💀🤡
"He doesn't want to Barca selling other player." As an hard core fan of Messi as well as Barca till now I fully appreciate his honesty, modesty and kindness towards other players. Till now how much he loves Barca.
He has done everything and proved himself in everything. He did all he could with Barcelona and made them great at every possible thing. Putting that pressure on him again, as he says here, would have been too much at this point. He truly deserves some chill time finally.
When he said about the issue of reducing salaries and selling players at barca ....
So i think that's what makes this decision worth.
MessiGOAT❤.
He’s so humble… Deserves to be where he’s appreciated
When I first heard his decision I was devastated. I won’t be able to watch many of his games because of time zones. But after hearing the interview last night I made my peace with it and I just love him even more. He put his family over everything and chose peace instead of constant worrying about his future. I can respect that. I was bawling my eyes out when he talked about one day going back to Barca and wanting a proper farewell. He deserves it so much. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us Leo, we’ll always love you in Barcelona. I’ll follow you to to edge of the Earth. I hope they’ll treat you well in Miami.
Also good for me because I am not that far from an mls stadium
Just watcj highlights
You idiot
Messi is joining the retirement league
@@chinavirus841 it’s not that bad. He still has the national team and his contract allows him to leave at the end of every season. He chose to leave Europe on a high note which will really matter for his legacy. Who knows, maybe one day he’ll be back for a final goodbye with us. Until then I just wish him happiness
@@chinavirus841 LGBTQ Burger league 😂😂
The GOAT has given so much to his fans and to football in general so it's good to see him take time for himself and his family
We don't care where he goes, we will always follow him..A miracle from the Footballing gods, An Alien, A Freak of nature but at the end of the day, he's the god of football himself..THE GOAT 🐐 🤩🥲🥲
yeah i agree with you ronaldo is some player
@@tomohawk4563 fuq off pendu fan
Make sure you zip up his pants when you're done.
@@acowfrommars3565 nah wtf did blud just say 😹😹😹😹
@@tomohawk4563 We're clearly not talking about Ronaldo so please show some brain cells
What a humble and kind hearted man he is and I am also very much happy to follow this man since I have started watching football.Thank god I was able to watch my GOAT and I promise to always stand with your decision.
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As a lover of messi and a New Yorker I am so happy about this. He’s going to grow the sport so much with just his presence. We need it here sadly. Maybe I’m just selfish because I’ll get to go to games now but this move excites me. He is selfless and wonderful. Which is another reason why he’s the GOAT.
He’s gonna grow the ticket prices. Miami vs LA tickets going for $438 last I saw
@@MUSHHEAD wtf? Bro that's like equal to house rent
@@vectorsahel5420 bro where do you live for that kind of house rent, wyoming?😭😭😭
@@balaramkumar5343 I don't live in the US
no one is buying tickets to see Messi. he's finished
I thought I couldn't love Messi any more than I do, and here is wearing a "Do a Kickflip" shirt
Dude just combined my two greatest loves: football and skating
What a guy. How blessed we are to witness this man
That’s very nice of him to say that. It will clear the air and make it feel better for him and his family and his fans. ❤ Miss you in champions league. But it is fine. One day this has to happen. Thank you MESSI ❤
As an American Barca fan I'm so sad that I never got to see him in Europe. I thought he was going to stay at PSG one more year and I was considering making the trip to Paris. So I'm sad about that. On the other hand, I'm excited I'll be able to see him in person cuz best believe I'm traveling to Miami next year... Hopefully😢
You are lucky..
Good luck bro
You have to go. Believe me, you will be forever regretful if you don't. It's a blessing having seen him live, no matter the circumstance.
Just tel the dum Americans to stop calling it soccer man yal are already a joke with Biden
This guy is genuine, he has to think about other players, and didn’t want no man to be sold cos of him
I've been a fan of Messi for a while now and him coming to America is a dream come true for me. It is now not impossible for me to watch Messi play live. I am so grateful, my heart is full. Welcome to US, Messi! ❤
What a classy gentlemen! Not many people think of saving others for the greater good and this is ladies and gentleman why he is the greatest!
Gentlement who betrayed Barca for money and so that his wife can chill in Miami. What a false gentlemen.
@@bichardbicheux2681 if he wanted money, he would go to al hilal
Is ist Not abtut Mons. He Could play in Barca for free
he could have accepted a regular Barcelona salary, duh.
@@bichardbicheux2681 he will get more in miami
Leo is right. Our viability plan did involve selling on players and a reformed wage structure. All for him. He's understood that things could go complex, so he chose to move elsewhere. I hope someday before he decides to hang up his boots once and for all, we can bring him without complications or compromises and give him the farewell he deserves. Meanwhile we have to focus on getting stronger and try our best to make a comeback on the European stage, our main weakness. We have to do it for Leo. We have to make Leo proud.
But he also mentioned receiving offers from other European teams. It would be ideal for him to play there for at least 1 or 2 years. However, to be honest, I am the one being greedy as I would love to watch him play in Europe. He has already achieved a lot in football and can now enjoy his time in Miami.
@Pp Fe I mean who cares where he plays anymore? He's completed football and all the side quests too 😂. He probably feels it's a good choice for his family and also the kind of stakes that Messi is getting just by signing, I don't see why he won't if he wants to.
He’s wasting his last years in MLS lol
Uefalona deserve to go back to being a small club with all their cheating.
He put his famiy no1,didn't want the barca players to have their salary and careers affected.,,and other reasons too .What a special human being.Messi all the best,FANS FOR LIFE.
Humble he is. Messi didn’t want Barca lowering salaries or cutting off players for him, so he decided to go to Miami with his family to stay away from all that drama.
Indeed big respect for leo he understood what many of his toxic fans and FC Barcelona refused to understand because even if he didn't play with some of nowadays Barcelona team together he didn't wanted to be that selfish while fans and club were ready to sacrifice litterly every player just to sign him
''humble''
@Pp Fe Why would a man regarded as the best at what he does do it for free you r e t a r d? Has anyone in the history of professional sports done it ? You bozo Ronaldo fanboys are different creatures
@La Niko Cry
He could accept a lower salary lol
It's okay Messi, all okay. We'll always support you wherever you go💙
I understand him now, good choosing his freedom and family over the rest despite the pressure. Your true fans will follow you wherever you go.
Surely this guy's humbleness n talent are things we're going to miss wen he retires, the affection he has for Barca is unparalleled.Still,. we will follow our 🐐 to the MLS. May God protect you Messi
He practically has retired
U may be right but wat does football owe him
He has done everything at Barce, won everythinng there is to win. Excited to see how he will do in a new league, a new club.
This club is last position in the league bro 😭
You are excited for that
@@govindusasank6815
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Honorable man with a lot of respect
He could have gone to Barca but he didn’t want to be the guy that forced the club to sell players or make them take pay cuts. What a man ♥️ Hopefully he has a magical stay in the MLS.
in the end, Barca need to rebuild the team again when he retired if he return to Barca..at 36, the most he will play maybe until 39-40..and he have won the Copa America & World Cup too, nothing more to achieve, just enjoying the twilight of his career..
So he couldn’t take a pay cut???
@@LEON.1717 Because there is a limit to how much of a pay cut you're allowed to take in Spain by law.
The law says that you need to earn a minimum of 50% of your previous wage which means that Barca would have to pay a lot of money in wages to Messi... even by reducing his salary 50%.
The problem here isn't Messi but how bad the club was run under Bartomeu
@@LEON.1717 and you think Beckham gonna pay $780k per week he got at PSG?moving to USA is a pay cut already..he just don't want to disturb the rebuilding that Xavi has done this season. In 2,3 years when he retired, Xavi need to rebuild Barca squad again if he goes back to Barca..
@@LEON.1717Lmao he did a pay cut when he was in barca as well. Going back would disturb barca finance thats why he left. Unlike some pendu who obviously did for money
You do not only have immense talent but also a very wise and humble man. The world can not help but admire and adore you more and more.
Thank you, Leo. Bravo
Thank you Leo this was your final contribution to Barca…we needed to move on thanks for closing that door…All the best on your new adventure GOAT 👏🏾
🥺🥺😭
This comment really does speak out. In a way, by not going back there, Messi prevented Barca from clinging onto the past and now they can look forward to creating a new generation team . Breaks my heart, but we all need to move on. It was a contribution indeed!
Man, you made me cry with that comment... 😢
Goat only on barca
I hope he can have the farewell like busi,pique and alba in future,it will be sad to close this journey without a proper farewell.
He chose Inter Miami because he didn't want his old Barcelona teammates to have to take pay cuts because of him. True selfless GOAT
Jordi alaba and busquets joined him iniesta couldn't as he wanted a mad salary in the UAE
Barca never wanted him back.
This club just want to use him as an excuse to cut pays to other player, again.
They will ask other players to accept pay cut for Messi, then refuse to sign Messi at the last moment.
Just like what they did 2 years ago.
Not really, if he so selfless he should've taken a reduced salary so that the other players don't have to take pay cuts, or at least the pay cuts would be smaller, he's making a clear financial decision because he knows that his last chance of a major payday , he chose USA instead of Saudi Arabia to avoid the backlash while still getting a big contract. He might be the arguably the best player in the history of the football, but he's not a Saint that's for sure.
@@medomustafa2786 Messi, alaba and busquets wanted to join miami as they knew Messi was joining them Messi wanted his mates there that's a condition in his contract he wanted iniesta there he picked the UAE for a payday if miami had iniesta it would be prime Barcelona
@@medomustafa2786As per Spanish football authority a player can not reduced his salary below 50%. Messi was willing to reduced his salary to 50% but Barca was in such a bad financial state they couldnt even afford to pay him.
Where ever he goes he brings the magic with him
That is the best decision to take, so unselfish. What a player!
The reason is that he didn't want to get involved in reducing other players (younger brothers) salary such a pure gem❤👏 Leo
Además de que con las directivas no tiene una buena relación, también se debe tener en cuenta que para las directivas aunque reconozcan el valor de Messi, para ellos ya No es una prioridad pues prefieren talentos más jóvenes.
Go Messi, stay blessed sir , from 🇺🇸🫡 Much ❤🖤💚
He did it for other players he knew that for him Barca had to sell other players as well as reduce other player's salary pure gem 💎 he is❤️
He literally said he was thinking about himself and his family with this decision. But of course y'all are gonna say he did it for the other players lol
@@LS-rl6gs ok cristiano.
@@seferinorino6951 someone's having a hard time accepting the facts lol these are messis own words, why would you doubt your gods words?
@@LS-rl6gs look everyone does that. it's true. he said it at the very end. but, he also took the time to say that he didn't want other to suffer because of FCB wanting him to return
@@kingplatform2255 thats not what he said tho. He just said he doesnt want to be involved with that because he has already been accused of other things and is tired of it.
So basically, its not about the other players at all. Its about him not wanting to be blamed by others.
That's y he is the best... Only good in the field doesn't make a player to be the best . They should respect other players 🥰
You will always be a Barcelona legend Messi❤💙
More wins Messi. May your stay in MLS be successful and fulfilling for you and your family.
A humble decision, This is why i Love Messi, the 🐐
Messi gets so much hate altough he always tries to make people happy playing football and he never trashtalks. He is a humble guy that deserves respect.
Can someone pls explain to me how come he gets such hate. It's real hate. One person wrote ina really vile comment that after along diatribe, he writes that I come alive and thrive and am happy when Messi suffers. I replied "You're sick" I got suspended for 24 hours for "harassment" Is RUclips OK in the head?
@@elizabethcsicsery-ronay1633 no
No matter the amount of good you do, there are still some insecure people that’ll take pride in hating you just to feel cool or feel different from the masses.
Messi is the most protected player ever
Hop off his meat
@@ThePhenom7 you got a ronaldo pfp, you shouldn’t be talking.
This man is inspirational. La Liga has a cap on how much money they can spend on a singular club therefore accepting messi back to Barcelona some players would be sold/lower salary to meet his demand. Messi never fails to amaze his generosity.
I was upset at first about his decision of going to MLS. But after watching this video I have more respect for him. I hope that Barca will sort out their problems without having to sacrifice anyone then I really wish the Messi at that time should return to Barca and win the Champions League before hanging up his boots. Best wishes, lots of Love Leo..... Vamos Argentina, Visca el Barca .....
Salute you sir lift up youre head you can look all the fans without any guilt you did nothing wrong,,,,be happy and stay healthy goodluck to youre new journey.........
Love you Messi, you're so honest. Legend ❤❤
This guy is a legend even in his words, he's very thoughtful of other players In barca🥺❣️
If I am sure of one thing, it is that there will never be another player at Messi's level who maintains that humility that characterizes him on and off the pitch, Messi is a good player but also a great person.
He's so humble that's why he make it this far. God bless you GOAT Messi
Messi is the man! Can’t wait to see him at a Toronto FC game! 🇨🇦
These years are really hard for people who used to gather together to watch Classico Barça and Madrid, Messi and Cristiano, we already sad Ibrahimović retired 💔 all I can say thank U guys for the Legacy that you left, thank You guys for the happiness that you made us feel ❤️
Messi is class off the field on the field. Great personality! I think it is great decision specially for his family and children. Moreover, it is great for the US soccer.
what a guy he is . THE GOAT.
Very humble and honest man❤❤
The legend lives forever in the heart of every football fan. Good luck Leo
Absolute GOAT. What a Man
The midget doesn’t even speak English 😂😂😂 That’s why Ronaldo is the GOAT.
Honestly, a good decision. Messi knows that if he goes back his influence will be too big and negatively impact Barcelona. Love to see that he just wants the best for Barca even if it means that he himself can't play there anymore. Can't wait to see how he does in the MLS, might even get a chance to meet the GOAT
He just want to meet his best commentator, Ray Hudson.🤣
Good luck legend
You deserve the best because you're the best
Wow! Well done to Messi.. Obviously, he didn't want to be the reason other players' futures were impacted, so he decided to avoid all that and go to another team.. Let's be honest, not every player would do that.. Most would go to where the money and fame is
If you think the reason messi didnt go to barca is because he thought about the other players, you need to rewatch the Video.
He literally said he was thinking about himself and his family. He did it for himself because it was easier and he was tired of waiting for barca to fix things and actually make a formal offer because it didnt work last time either.
And yes he stated that he didnt want to be involved in player sales or salary reductions because he didnt want other people to blame him for it. Doesnt sound like he was thinking about the other players much but rather about himself not getting the blame.
@@LS-rl6gs why penaldo stan crying in every comment?
@@LS-rl6gs go watch again he said he was always being accused of falls things in Barcelona and that is why he don't want to be involved in this issues again like sacking managers or players reducing their wages back in 2021 people were saying mesdi is the resone for financial crises players were saying messi Is the resone of barca financial crisis
He’s a genuine human being…
How can you hate this guy?
What if he is doing it for more money ? We’ll never know.
@@dimostoyanov3499 wait!!…so genuine people don’t chase money?🫤
Wtf?!
Now that's Leo Messi! Proud of you 👏
Good for Messi. I already thought so that what happened when he left would left a big mark and would ultimately be the stone.
It's nice of him to consider the current players and what's best for Barcelona team as a whole.
I hope his move to the US will be good for him.
Even as a Ronaldo had to accept this guy is a good soul he doesn't want others to reduce their salaries 😮🥺
The best part is he didn't went to Saudi.... And as a fan of him, he just showed as what we have to follow in our future rather than running behind money.. and he is the real idol for all of football lovers.
in usa he can make much more money from business
@@Filipsoon Messi does not lack money, he is a billionaire and has other businesses such as luxury hotels
@@focusin8635 did I say he lack money?
Oh man ..What a person..he not only taking care of his own family..also he respect teammates and their financial matters...❤❤❤❤Bro this is called Honesty....his opinion is absolutely to the point no hiding no controversy...Messi you are really Greatest of all time..bu your gameplay and for your honesty ❤❤❤❤
I've always said Messi is like a beautiful bell, everywhere you strike him he sounds clear.
Since he's arrived in the US he's been faced with almost nothing else but love so hoping he's very happy with his decision after the farce of PSG
Right man with right decisions ❤ u MESSi ❤❤❤❤❤
Messi is not just the GOAT in football, he's also a GOAT as a human being. 🙌🙏
🤣🤣🤣👎
Lmfao what
@@patrykfabiszewski1510 cry
Stop worshiping him idiots
ronaldo is the GOAT
Man he is a god level legend......
No matter where you go sir we still love you and your game and support you forever
he looks satisfied with his decision what more could we want
Even though his decision of not joining Barca hurts, it is a wise decision and most of all, it is his decision.
He plays club for fun but he is not done with national trophies. Wise decision Leo. Always love and support you!
Hes so sweet for keeping the current players in mind while making this decision, instead he didnt want to let his return affect anyone else and that is honeslty so nice of him🔥🔥Hope he has a great stay at the new club❤❤
Hello
Earned hundreds of millions with barca, which led them being broke af, but of course - he cares 😂😂🤡
@@apexprdt7750 hi dear
How can you not love this guy
You can't tell me that you treat him on his last day in an awful way and still expect him to come back as if nothing ever happened. It was a disgrace the way he was treated upon his departure, even if he was willing to reduce his own salary. I remember him shedding tears.
Bold decision and a honest man❤❤❤ 1:40
Messi says his first word in English @ 0:02
his first word is questionable🤨
He has a point. I'll be his fan no matter where he goes but I really wished he played more UCL. He still has some top level footballing years left in him
He’s finished 😂
@@sharanpannoo5927 aww, that "finished" player will soon win the ballon d'or so cry
@@greensloth5125 no one will cry because we all know Messi is FIFA’s boy.. He already robbed 3 ballon dors… 1 more to go.. so the ghost of Paris will win another ballon dor just because ge scored 4 gifted penalties in rigged world cup😂🤣
@@sharanpannoo5927 i can sense the salty tears with this one
@@sharanpannoo5927 ballandior is given by france football not fifa😂
Wouldn't be suprised to see alot of good players moving to the mls after this.
For retirement yes.....not during their prime......it is a rich kid sport in the usa.....and no relegation or promotion setup......so everbody get a participation cup......
@m that's obviously going to change. There wasn't enough teams to "relegate or promote" now there's more coming.
@@myownlilbubble how does everyone get a participant cup?
@@anthonygarcia3922 Yeah, the league below them is pretty much set up already to connect to MLS. Its just waiting at this point
I heard Di Maria and Paredes have received an offer from inter Miami .
As a American I want to thank him... and I truly hope football will grow more and more in this continent 😊
As a north american (america is not only usa)
Are u serious? Have you heard of the World Cup? Do you even know which country is Messi from? Go to play baseball, Gringo marica
@@snakesoldier10 América en inglés es Estados Unidos, no tienen otro gentilicio
The number one sport that is loved and practiced for many generations in a nation's history tends to be the one that country is good at. It will be a very long time before America becomes a real super power in football/soccer when more money and time is spent developing it's athletes to play in the NFL, NBA and Baseball.
Not football but soccer
I think he made an excellent decision in all areas for his career now, his finances and the global impact of Soccer for today and the future
Reasons why I love Messi. He’s a humble person and always puts his family and teammates first. Even though he wanted to join Barca, knowing that it would affect the players and their future there, he didn’t join. He’s a true hero for Barca and yet people will still criticize and hate on him. No matter what, Barca fans will always love you Messi! ❤️💙 Força Barca
🔥LIONEL MESSI FIRST GOALS for INTER MIAMI CF vs PHILADELPHIA⚽ - ruclips.net/video/oqy6flwoB2s/видео.html
I haven't watched a lot of Messi interviews, but I always knew and could tell that he was a smart and humble man, who didn't care that much for the spotlight. I respect him even more now after making this decision, not selling out by going to Saudi Arabia and following the likes of CR7 (extremely unlikeable) and not going to Barcelona for the respect of the players there and his wife and kids. Now, he has made a good deal for himself and his family and is at a beautiful place for his kids as he slowly and with no pressure walks towards the finishing line of his career with a happy smile knowing he has achieved everything he ever wanted to.
Hi dear
1:12 wow G.O.A.T thinking 💙🤍
Can't believe I won't be able to watch him live anymore... Thank you for everything Messi
Rest in Soccer the GOAT. Your legacy will be immortal.
This guy is very humble. He's not the social media guy like CR7, etc. Wasn't a big fan until this moment.
Included in Lionel Messi's deal with Inter Miami:
➡️ Percentage on subscriptions to the MLS Season Pass from APPLE TV, paid directly by APPLE
➡️ Percentage of Inter Miami shirt sales, paid directly by Adidas
➡️ Possibility of acquiring an MLS franchise at the end of his career
@@Pal_edits okay?
This is the major difference btw him and Cr7. That's why He has more fans.
@@Pal_edits yet he rejected 1.2 BILLION from saudi arabia?
@@marco3391 this is more than 1.2
As a life-long Barça fan: He's absolutely right, and I love him for his decision. Barça needs to move on. He's doing us all a favour by NOT returning. Barça was planning to make him their priority over registrating the new contracts of Gavi and others... As a fan and someone who really cares about FC Barcelona, he couldn't let that happen, so he has acted unselfish and I love Messi even more now.
His decision is really good for the promotion of football in america, i bet alot of americans would want to watch him play there. Great decision in my opinion of him to end his career in america and not in a middle eastern country where the leagues are way below his level. I wish him all the best even tho im still mad about the quarter finals🇳🇱🇦🇷 haha❤
Messi still looking out for Barca and it's players is so heartwarming
delusional bro he dont care lol
@@crow_g1639 CRY MORE
THIS YEAR HAS BEEN ABSOLUTELY INSANE FOR MIAMI