Messi Mania
The ultimate story of the world's greatest soccer star
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Messi Mania
Narrated by:
Luis Miguel Echegaray
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Luis Miguel Echegaray
About this listen
Channel the grit, resilience, and positivity of soccer icon Lionel Messi as you trace his journey to become one of the greatest soccer players of all time.
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 soccer. In Messi Mania, discover the seismic effect Leo has had on MLS and global soccer, 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, determination, and teamwork, but his early years in Argentina were tough, including personal challenges that almost ruined his dreams of becoming a pro soccer player. In this book by top soccer journalist, commentator, and lifelong fan Luis Miguel Echegaray, learn how Messi overcame these setbacks and went on to become one of the most successful, celebrated, and decorated soccer players ever.
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 ultimate one-stop guide to a motivating and inspiring global soccer star.
Also discover Messi’s:
- Brilliant breakthroughs – key points in Messi’s young soccer 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, and experts on what makes him an exceptional and talented player
- Impact off the pitch – his charitable work, philanthropy, and business ventures
- Valuable takeaways – life lessons that young people can learn from the tenacious, generous, and down-to-earth role model.
No matter where you’re from or what your goals are—be inspired to chase your dreams, just like Leo Messi.
Critic reviews
"Tasty fare for readers inclined to hail the coming of soccer’s 'Messi-ah.'"
—Kirkus Reviews
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