Barcelona lucky to win everything – Messi recalls time at former club

Football legend Lionel Messi has described his years at Barcelona as an unforgettable experience, reflecting on the trophies, friendships and special moments that defined his time at the Spanish club.
The Argentine returned to Spain to receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports at a ceremony in Oviedo, where he spoke about his memories of playing alongside Barcelona greats Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta and Carles Puyol.
Messi said sharing a dressing room with the former team-mates was a privilege, adding that their success was matched by the enjoyment they found in playing and training together.
“It was a privilege to share a dressing room with Xavi, Iniesta, Puyol and ...