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"My forwards only need to run 15 meters, unless they’re either stupid or asleep" - Johan Cruyff It's not about how much you run, it's how you position yourself, knowing when and where to make a run. While playing at Barca, both Romario (pictured) and Messi were famous for running less than the rest of the players, yet, they were assisting and scoring the most. Throughout his career, Messi has been criticized for walking. After an El Clasico match between Barcelona and Real Madrid in December 2017, there was widespread coverage of the fact that Messi walked 83 percent of the roughly 5 miles he covered that game. Despite this, he scored and assisted in Barca’s 3-0 win. Messi walks better than most players run. This is the essence of the Positional play: players move together as a unit, control possession, position themselves in the high value areas, which in turn removes the need to run long distances (preserving energy in the process). Slow is smooth and smooth is fast Players (workers)… slow down, be considered, conserve energy. It is the ball (the work) that should move quickly around the team to arrive in the back of the onion bag. Maximize the effort not expended. Banish busyness. Keep the courage to have your conservation of energy misinterpreted as laziness. There will always be critics, but the more success this method garners, the fewer critics there will be. Every now and then someone will criticize Messi but no one listens to them... he is the GOAT! #agile

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Is Inter Miami's success solely attributed to Messi's brilliance, or is his presence elevating the performance of the entire team? 🤔 You can take either side, but we took the data side to try to analyze it. What's your take on this intriguing debate? #InterMiami #MessiEffect #DataAnalysis"

Why is #lionelmessi loved by many? For his reputation as being selfless, a team player, being kind and dedicated to the game. Why does it make a difference, kind or not? Data analysis has shown that whenever #cristianoRonaldo joined a team, the overall team performance decreased. Unlike his peer Messi, Ronaldo - so it's being said, is focusing on himself over the team. #team #performance #natureornurture https://lnkd.in/dJ2JdPBE

#RBAstats #EURO2024 #Italy started the game against #Croatia with Federico Chiesa on the bench. Croatia dominated the pitch, scoring a goal, which could potentially lead to Italy's elimination. Once Chiesa was subbed in on the 57th minute, Italy's game changed drastically. The midfielder brought much needed leadership and energy in the attack. This culminated in a last minute goal, which advanced #Azzurri to the playoffs. Data: SportsBase #football #soccer #footballanalysis #RBAanalysis ------------------ Follow us for more insights!

#mls #soccer #forbes #intermiami #sport #usofsport #salary -Forbes Highest Paid Athletes of 2024 -Number 3 • $135 million - Lionel Messi -On-Field: $65 million | Off-Field: $70 million  -Nationality: Argentina |Sport: Soccer | Age: 36 Messi’s arrival in Miami has been nothing short of a revelation for his new club—Inter Miami has juiced ticket sales, staged a groundbreaking global preseason tour and added a slew of lucrative sponsorships, including a partnership with Royal Caribbean, the most valuable jersey deal in MLS history. Forbes estimates Inter Miami is now the second-most valuable franchise in Major League Soccer at $1.03 billion, and the club expects to grow revenues from $118 million in 2023 to more than $200 million this year. Meanwhile, Messi has been performing as advertised. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner scored 10 goals in his first nine matches this season and recently became the first MLS player to record five assists in a single game. Off the field, Messi added Lowe’s to a group of sponsors that includes Adidas, Apple and Konami. He’s also reportedly partnering with the maker of White Claw Hard Seltzer to launch his own sports drink this summer.

Imagine watching a young boy on the field and thinking, "This kid can't play ball. He's too small, too fragile." But then, you'd see something extraordinary—a spark of greatness. This was Messi Lionel at 12, as seen by his youth coach at #Newell's #OldBoys. When FC Barcelona signed #Messi at 13, many #clubs would have focused on balancing his abilities, particularly improving his #rightfoot. Instead, #Barcelona chose to perfect his exceptional #leftfoot, making it the best in the world. Messi's journey to the #WorldCup—a dream for many—was unique because of the systems he built. He didn't rely solely on his talent; he surrounded himself with experts to achieve his goals. He treated his body as an investment, creating a support network to maximize his potential. Today, Messi has scored 837 goals, 87% with his legendary left foot. He boasts eight Ballon d'Or titles, six European Golden Boots, and two World Cup Golden Balls. Had his coach insisted on "fixing" his right foot, we might never have seen his greatness. This story urges us to rethink our approaches. How often do we focus on fixing weaknesses instead of amplifying strengths? Are we missing out on nurturing potential Messis by trying to create "well-rounded professionals"? How can we shift our perspective to recognize and cultivate exceptional talent? #GOAT #LionelMessi #Messi #FCBarcelona #YouthFootball #FootballJourney #TalentDevelopment #StrengthsOverWeaknesses #AthleteMindset #WorldCupDreams #SoccerLegend #ExceptionalTalent #FootballTraining #InspiringStory #PotentialRealized #GreatOfAllTimes

Looks Similar ?? Messi Enters the Beverage Arena Lionel Messi, the global soccer icon, is now making waves in the beverage world with Más+ by Messi. With the vision, "Everyone deserves to feel like a champion in every part of their life," Más+ aims to revolutionize hydration. Meanwhile, YouTube stars Logan Paul and KSI launched Prime, achieving $250 million in sales in its first year (2022). However, Prime's popularity has declined in 2024, leading to speculation that Messi's Más+ is determined to capitalize on this decline. Co-Founder of Prime "KSI" recently reacted to a viral video claiming Más+ is a copy of Prime and that's the reason he loves Ronaldo. Fans are now buzzing about the potential for Logan Paul to take legal action. As this rivalry unfolds, will Más+ dethrone Prime, or will Prime bounce back? #marketing #branding #marketingrivalry

⚽ Previewing the 2024 Ballon d'Or Nominees The 2024 Ballon d'Or nominees are set to be announced on September 4, with the awards ceremony scheduled for October 28 in Paris. This year, the football scene might experience a shift as new talents emerge to challenge the long-standing dominance of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Significance of the Shift. The evolution of football talent reflects the sport’s dynamic nature and the broader recognition of emerging stars. The criteria for the Ballon d'Or have broadened to encompass individual prowess, team performance, and fair play, signalling a more inclusive approach to recognising the world's best. 🌟 Noteworthy Contenders. In the men’s category, players like Rodri from Manchester City and Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid stand out for their crucial roles in their teams’ successes. On the women’s side, Aitana Bonmati of Barcelona continues to impress alongside Lindsey Horan and Mallory Swanson, who have showcased exceptional from this season. The upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony promises to honour standout performances and spotlight the shifting dynamics within professional football. As the sport continues to evolve, so does the recognition of its most exceptional talents.

Lamine Yamal's father and Nico Williams. He seems to be doing a better job of convincing Nico to Join Barça than Deco the sporting director😂 Barça fans let's connect! #nicowilliams #lamineyamal #fcbarcelonafans #barcafans #barca #Footballnewstoday #Footballnews24 #footballnews #transferupdates #transfernews