The Making of Messi
Lionel Messi - arguably the greatest footballer of all time - is now an Inter Miami player and the biggest asset MLS has ever had. Over this three-part series, The Athletic details why Messi is deemed as the GOAT in almost every department, his complex relationship with Argentina and the nuances of the unique deal that brought him to Florida. Featuring interviews with the likes of Bradley... more
Part Three - Leaving a Legacy
In the third and final episode of this documentary series, presenter Mike Zimmermann explores the legacy that Lionel Messi will leave behind. Matt Slater explains the motives behind the Saudi Pro League, and why Messi turned down nearly half $1 billion... more
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Part Two - Coming to America
In the second episode of this documentary series, presenter Mike Zimmermann explores what Lionel Messi’s arrival will mean for American Soccer. Pablo Maurer looks back at the stars who have tried to crack the USA, while Felipe Cardenas looks ahead to how... more
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Part One - Becoming the GOAT
Welcome to the Making of Messi, our new three-part narrative series. Following in the footsteps of former stars of the footballing world like Pele, David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Lionel Messi is attempting to crack the US with his move to Inter... more
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