Lionel Messi’s Shocking Picks for Soccer’s Next Generation: Is a USMNT Player Among Them?

As Lionel Messi edges closer to hanging up his boots, he’s not just resting on his laurels—no, this maestro is casting a sharp, discerning gaze toward the future of football. With a career that’s dazzled millions, Messi’s knack for spotting raw, uncut brilliance remains unparalleled. Teaming up with Adidas, his partner for over twenty years, he’s unveiled a handpicked list of ten dazzling prospects—both men and women—who might just light up the sport in the years to come. Among these rising stars shines 19-year-old Zavier Gozo, a promising forward carving his path at Crystal Palace and catching the eye of the USMNT. It’s clear Messi’s legacy isn’t only about the goals he’s scored, but also about his uncanny ability to foresee the talents that will shape tomorrow’s game. LEARN MORE

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