The Messi Era: A Legacy of Six Lionel Messi's World Cup career has spanned over two decades and six tournaments, a milestone that raises questions about what it means for an athlete to have reached such a feat.
Is it merely a testament to longevity, or is there more to it?
In the context of modern sports, where players are often discarded after their prime years, Messi's ability to adapt and evolve has allowed him to remain competitive at the highest level for an unusually long period.