Lionel Messi is one of the most followed soccer players in the world, however, there is one in particular who is not just a fan, but also a legend, but in another sport. He is Roger Federer, one of the best tennis players in history, who is declared as a fan of Messi and in a recent interview wished the Argentine good luck for the next World Cup.
In an interview with ESPN, Federer spoke of how much he admires Messi and referred to the upcoming World Cup, where he clarified that Messi will be under less pressure, but that he will still go all out for another record in soccer.
Roger Federer’s prediction about Leo Messi
Roger Federer is a tennis legend, but even so, he has always been very humble. The Swiss was full of praise for Messi and even recalled the time he met him. “I only saw him once and met his parents in Tigre, when I played against Juan Martin del Potro. I don’t know Leo very well as a person to be honest. It’s hard to compare us, he did great things in football, I’m a big fan of him.”
In addition, Roger confessed that he was very happy when Messi won the 2022 World Cup, as it was something he deserved a long time ago
How he dominated and changed the game is incredible. I’m glad he already won a World Cup and he’s not going to have pressure in the next one, although it’s always a great pressure to play in a World Cup. I’ll be following him
Roger Federer is considering going to the World Cup
The 2026 World Cup is attracting thousands of fans and Roger Federer does not want to be left behind. The Swiss has always been an outspoken football fan and this time he plans to attend the event to support his national team.
“Switzerland also qualified, so he might go. I hope Messi has the ending he wants for his career,” explained Federer, who does not stop sending good wishes to Lionel Messi.
Switzerland will be in Group B of the World Cup alongside Qatar, Canada and a rival to be confirmed, so they have a good chance of advancing to the next round and this time, they will have a legend supporting them in the stands.
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