Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has revealed that God is the reason for his success as a footballer.
The 37-year-old, who is currently in America with Argentina in the Copa America, said he has tried to make the most of his God-given gift.
“It's very clear to me that I was born this way because God chose me. It was a gift he gave me.” he told podcaster Juan Pablo Varsky
“I was always different. People came to see me. I didn't realize it, but I just started to realize that as I got older.
“Of course, I tried to take advantage of it. [talent]I tried to make the most of it, but the truth is, I didn't do anything to become the player I already was when I was younger.
Yes, Leo has got a gift—one in a billion, no doubt. But he is not giving himself enough credit because he has worked as hard as any other footballer to become what he is today — the best player in the world.