Lionel Messi calls Barcelona the club of his life

Lionel Messi has described FC Barcelona as the club of his life ahead of receiving the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Oviedo, Spain. In an interview, the Inter Miami CF player reflected on his time with the Blaugrana, noting that the team won everything while maintaining a sense of enjoyment in daily training and competition.

Messi expressed deep affection for both the club and the city of Barcelona, where his three children were born. He also reflected on his career achievements, stating that winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina was the culmination of a dream, noting the profound significance of the goals scored during that final.