Berlin: Lionel Messi hails 2022, praising the year that saw his World Cup title culminate and describing it as one he can never forget. The Argentina national team captain plans to return to training with Paris Saint-Germain squad early next week, having taken further leave following his participation in the ‘Qatar 2022’ World Cup. Thanks to the seven goals scored and the three assists provided, Messi deserved to receive the Ballon d’Or, and at 35 he was able to crown the World Cup, in the best moments of his career. Messi posted a series of photos of him with his wife Antonella and his young family on ‘Instagram’, marking the end of the year. He wrote: “A year comes to an end that I will never forget. The dream I’ve always tried to achieve has finally come true.” She added: “But it wouldn’t have been worth it if it weren’t for the fact that I celebrated it with my amazing family, the best family I could ever have, and some friends who have always supported me and never let me down. every time I failed”. Messi’s World Cup victory will not be met with much dignity in Paris, especially as Argentina beat France in their last game on penalties after the end of original half and extra time with a 3/3 draw. Addressing the fans, Messi thanked those of Barcelona and also of Paris. Messi scored 672 goals in his career for Barcelona, which ended in sensational way with his move to Paris Saint-Germain in August 2021. Messi wrote: “I would like to have a special memory for all the people who follow and support me. It has been nice to be able to share this journey with all of you.” He added: “It would have been impossible to get to where I am now without this great encouragement that I have received from all the people in my country and also in Paris, Barcelona and so many other cities and towns from which I have received feelings of affection.” “I hope so too questMay the year be wonderful for everyone, and I wish you health and strength to stay happy in 2023”. And it was reported that Messi accepted in principle to renew his contract with Saint-Germain, which expires at the end of the season in course, and finalizing the finishing touches to the deal will be a priority for the club French in the coming days and weeks . Messi will miss the team’s match, which takes place later in the day on Sunday, against second-placed Lens, who are seven points adrift of Saint-Germain after 16 rounds of the French league. (dpa)
