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'Complete monster' Messi needs teammates' help, says Ibrahimović
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'Complete monster' Messi needs teammates' help, says Ibrahimović

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Zlatan Ibrahimović praised Lionel Messi's transformation into a "complete monster" on the field.
  • However, Ibrahimović urged Argentina's national team players to provide more support for Messi.
  • The former striker believes Messi needs his teammates' assistance to perform at his best for Argentina.

Zlatan Ibrahimović has lauded Lionel Messi's current form, describing the Argentine superstar as a "complete monster" on the pitch. The Swedish football legend, known for his own prolific career, recognized Messi's exceptional performance and impact in recent games.

Despite his praise for Messi's individual brilliance, Ibrahimović also issued a pointed piece of advice to the Argentine national team. Speaking as a panelist for Fox Sports, he stressed the crucial need for Messi's teammates to step up and offer greater support to the Inter Miami forward.

He has completely transformed into a monster.

— Zlatan IbrahimovićIbrahimović described Lionel Messi's current on-field performance and impact in glowing terms.

Ibrahimović suggested that while Messi is undoubtedly a dominant force, his effectiveness and ability to lead Argentina to further success are contingent on the collective effort of the squad. His comments imply that Messi cannot carry the team alone and requires more substantial backing from the players around him to truly shine on the international stage, particularly in the lead-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

He needs the help of his teammates.

— Zlatan IbrahimovićThe former striker emphasized that Messi requires more support from the Argentine national team players.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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