Spain Nearly Recruited Lionel Messi Before Argentina Secured Him

דווח לראשונה בMako · יולי 3, 2026

מה קרה

A new documentary reveals how Spain nearly convinced Lionel Messi to play for their national team before Argentina secured him, highlighting a pivotal moment that shaped football history.

• 01Lionel Messi holds Argentina's records for most appearances and goals, becoming a national icon.
• 02Spain's youth coach Gines Melendez tried to recruit Messi through his close contacts in Barcelona.
• 03Argentina initially overlooked Messi, unaware of his talent in the early 2000s.
• 04Argentina eventually located Messi's family and secured his commitment to play for Argentina's youth teams.
• 05Messi debuted for Argentina's U20 team in June 2004, starting his legendary international career.
• 06The documentary explores the 'what if' of Messi playing for Spain's golden generation.

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