Admitting that he has now become less selfish with age, star FC Barcelona forward said he has evolved into more of a team player.
“Before, I used to try to steal the ball and make something happen on my own -- or at least try to do something on my own,” Messi told America TV.
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“Now, I try to make the team play more. I pass the ball more and I try not to be so selfish, if you will. I try to move the team from one position to another. I still run as much as ever, just in a different way,” the 30-year old, regarded as one of the world’s best footballers, added.
Messi, 30, racked up 100 Champions League goals with a brace against Chelsea on Wednesday and is Spanish La Liga’s top scorer with 24 goals.
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Messi also has 12 assists to his name. The Argentine now plays in a more deeper position, often dropping into his own half to get on the ball in central positions and dictate play.
{{/usCountry}}Messi also has 12 assists to his name. The Argentine now plays in a more deeper position, often dropping into his own half to get on the ball in central positions and dictate play.
{{/usCountry}}Messi was at his sublime best against Chelsea, ripping the English Premier League reigning champions to shreds.