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Stepping out of Maradona's shadow. How Lionel Messi won over the hearts of all of Argentina

Por: CNN Sports December 18, 2022

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CNN  —  When engaging in discussions or debates about the greatest players of all time, soccer fans and pundits will often point to tangible achievements: trophies, individual accolades or scoring records. What is often overlooked in those discussions, however, are the players’ intangible achievements – how they make fans feel and the emotions they stir up when they take to the pitch. Few nationalities feel soccer more than Argentines,... + full article



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