Federer and Messi: from GOAT to GOAT

The conquest of the World Cup by Argentina meant that Leo Messi managed to complete his historic record with the only great title that was missing in his showcases. A milestone that also consolidates Messi as one of the best, if not the best, in the history of football.

As a result of this success of Messi and Argentina, The sports world has not been slow to pay homage to Messi and recognize the great career of the Argentine footballer, already become a legend of the sport.

One of the most emotional messages that Messi has received has been that of Roger Federer. From legend to legend, the Swiss wrote this message on social media about him congratulating Messi on the World Cup. “Incredible fairy tale from Argentina. Once again you, Leo Messi, have redefined greatness. It has been a privilege to see you. Congratulations to Leo and Argentina. Special and historic. A message highly applauded by the Argentine tennis player Juan Martín del Potro, who described it as follows: “Great Roger!!! From GOAT to GOAT”

In this way, Federer returns to Messi the praise that the Argentine gave Federer after announcing his retirement last September with these words: “A genius, unique in the history of tennis and an example for any athlete. The best in your new stage, we will miss seeing you on the court making us enjoy, Roger Federer”to which the Swiss replied: “Thanks for your beautiful words. It’s still special.” A great example of mutual recognition between Federer and Messi, from legend to legend, from GOAT to GOAT.