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Global superstar, FIFA Player of the Year and TIME magazine's Athlete of the Year Lionel Messi's arrival in the States has brought inspiration, excitement and star power to men's game. In Messi Mania, discover the seismic effect Leo has had on MLS and global football, woven through with fascinating insights into his family background, childhood, teenage years and career to date.
Messi's career has been built on hard work, resilience, teamwork, and determination, but his early years in Argentina were tough with many setbacks, including personal challenges that almost ruined his dreams of being a pro football player. Written by a top sports journalist, commentator and life-long fan, discover how Messi overcame these setbacks and went on to become one of the most successful, celebrated and decorated players of all time. Following his inspiring journey from Barcelona's youth academy to World Cup triumph with Argentina and then to MLS club Inter Miami, Messi Mania is the one-stop, ultimate guide to a motivating and inspiring global football icon...
Also discover Messi's ...
Brilliant breakthroughs - key points in Messi's early footballing life that helped him rise to prominence
Awesome playing style - from his renowned dribbling, match vision and strategy to his astonishing goal-scoring abilities
Incredible insights - from coaches, teammates & experts on what makes him an exceptional and talented player
Impact off the pitch - his charitable work, philanthropy & business ventures
Valuable take aways - life lessons of grit, resilience, positivity and determination that young people can learn from reading Messi's story.
Contents
FOREWORD by Andrés Cantor
CHAPTER 1: A GAME-CHANGING MOVE
CHAPTER 2: FROM ANOTHER GALAXY, AND FROM HIS NEIGHBORHOOD
CHAPTER 3: A SUMMER OF MESSI MANIA
A quick guide to Messi's free kick style
Spotlight: The road to the Leagues Cup final
CHAPTER 4: A WIN AWAY FROM A MAJOR TROPHY
Lessons in keeping focus
Spotlight: How to interview a football superstar
CHAPTER 5: A MAGICAL KID WITH MESMERIZING TALENT
A quick guide to Messi's style of play in his very early years
CHAPTER 6: THIS KID IS GOING PLACES
Lessons in patience and perseverance
Spotlight: Messi's work off the pitch
Spotlight: The Messi effect
CHAPTER 7: INTERNATIONAL DUTY
Lessons in dealing with injury
Spotlight: Messi the jet-setter
CHAPTER 8: A BRAZILIAN BROTHER
Lessons in the power of friendship
Spotlight: A steady stream of silverware
Lessons in unlocking your full potential
CHAPTER 9: THE HIGHS AND LOWS ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS
Lessons in resilience
Lessons in the importance of appreciation
Spotlight: Messi's magical moments
CHAPTER 10: THE FÚTBOL GODS
THE FINAL WHISTLE: ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE
Acknowledgments
References
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