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Lionel Messi Shares His Secret to Success: “I Don’t Let My Sons Win at Video Games”
May 8, 2026, 8:15 PM
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Lionel Messi Shares His Secret to Success: “I Don’t Let My Sons Win at Video Games”

Legendary Argentine midfielder Lionel Messi is unwavering in his pursuit of victory. In a recent interview with Pollo Alvarez, Messi revealed the driving force behind his remarkable success.

Messi’s competitive spirit extends even to his personal life, as he noted that he refuses to allow his children to win during video games. “I like winning at everything! I don’t even let my sons win at video games…” he stated. He further elaborated, “That’s just the way I am, and it’s what led me to achieve everything I’ve achieved. I don’t know how to lose, but that’s what made me who I am,” underscoring his relentless drive to succeed.

Currently, Messi is showcasing his talents with Inter Miami, having played 12 matches this season, in which he has scored 9 goals and provided 1 assist.

🚨🇦🇷 Leo Messi: “I like winning at everything! I don’t even let my sons win in video games…”.

“That’s just the way I am, and it’s what led me to achieve everything I’ve achieved. I don’t know how to lose, but that’s what made me who I am”, told @polloalvarezok. pic.twitter.com/B2noFRohMo

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 8, 2026


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