Thiago Messi, the 11-year-old son of Lionel Messi, recently shared his football aspirations and dreams in an interview following his debut with Inter Miami in LaLiga FC Futures. Despite a group-stage loss to Barcelona, Thiago expressed his nerves about playing himself compared to watching his father, Lionel Messi, on the field.
Thiago candidly acknowledged areas for improvement in his own game, particularly his left foot, noting that he isn’t as proficient with it as his father. However, he remains determined to emulate Lionel Messi’s footsteps, expressing a clear ambition to play for the Argentine national team in the future.
When asked about his dream teammates, Thiago immediately mentioned Lamine Yamal, showcasing his admiration for the Inter Miami and Barcelona player. This reveals Thiago’s keen interest in following his father’s legacy while developing his own aspirations within the world of football.