Messi's 2024 FIFA Best Nomination: Celebrating Legacy or Rewarding Current Form?

Lionel Messi's 2024 FIFA Best nomination has sparked debate. While celebrated for Argentina's Copa America win and transforming Inter Miami, critics question if the nod reflects his legacy, including the 2022 World Cup, more than his current form. Despite injuries, Messi's influence remains undeniable, fueling the discussion: what defines 'the best' in football—current performance or historical greatness?

Xabi Alonso learned under the best football managers

Several great managers taught Xabi Alonso football tactics from his father Periko Alonso to Rafael Benítez, Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola