Lionel Messi recognized as best player at the World Cup
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 9:34 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Lionel Messi is celebrated as the greatest soccer player, with arguments supporting his status as the best male athlete in history. This recognition comes amidst the World Cup activities, where Messi's performance continues to capture attention and admiration. The acknowledgment of his talents and achievements adds to the ongoing discussions about his legacy in sports, especially during this prestigious tournament.
- •Lionel Messi is called the greatest soccer player ever.
- •Debates highlight Messi's status beyond soccer to all sports.
- •The recognition coincides with the current World Cup.
- •Messi's legacy is under continuous scrutiny at this tournament.
- 10:21 AMESPN Soccer — Why Messi is the best player at the World Cup -- a...
"Lionel Messi has long been considered the greatest soccer player ever, but he's so much more than that. He's the best male athlete, in any sport, in history.
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