Studded stars: World's most valuable soccer players
These star footballers - the most valuable players in the world today - have built their value by their actions on the field that spoke louder than words. Here’s a glimpse into their thoughts, in their own words
Curated By: Madhu Kapparath
2. Lionel Messi. Argentina.
Valued at €180million
Messi’s everyday life revolves around his wife and kids. “In the morning, I take them to school and when I come back from training, I practically leave straight away to pick up my son Thiago. We put them to bed, like any normal family does,” he was quoted as saying to Medium. “When my first kid arrived, that changed my mindset. I stopped focusing on just my career. In the end, football is a game. Sometimes the best doesn't win. I've just come to live with that.” For Messi, it isn't even about playing well or scoring goals. “Today, I try to help the team play more. I try to get everyone else more involved instead of being the finisher,” he said.
