Lionel Messi: Living in the Best of Worlds
Translated from Polish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lionel Messi has found a third home in Miami, which is not only a football base but also a business hub.
- The article touches on Messi's political gestures, noting his distance from Peronism in Argentina and his non-involvement with Catalan independence movements in Spain.
- In Miami, Messi's association with Inter Miami, owned by anti-Castro Cubans, makes supporting the Democratic Party, particularly with President Biden, politically unfeasible for him.
Lionel Messi has established Miami as his third significant base, following Rosario and Barcelona. This vibrant city serves not only as his current footballing home with Inter Miami but also as a crucial arena for his burgeoning business interests. The move signifies a new chapter where Messi, having solidified his legendary status in football, is increasingly focused on his post-playing career and financial ventures.
Messi does not talk about politics, but his gestures have political character.
While Messi generally avoids direct political commentary, his actions often carry political weight. In his native Argentina, he maintained a distance from the Peronist political movement. During his tenure in Spain, he navigated complex political landscapes, at times disappointing Catalan independence supporters. These past political stances provide context for his current situation in the United States.
In his home country, he always kept his distance from Peronism; in Spain, he repeatedly disappointed the hopes of the Catalan independence movement.
His current environment in Miami presents a unique political dynamic. Inter Miami is owned by staunch Cuban-American figures who are strongly anti-Castro. This ownership background makes any public alignment with the Democratic Party, especially an appearance with President Biden, politically untenable for Messi. The article suggests that such an association is something he would "never" consider, highlighting the delicate balance he must maintain.
Currently, in his new life in Miami, supporting the Democratic Party is out of the question.
The excerpt suggests that Messi's strategic decisions, both on and off the field, are carefully considered. His presence in Miami, intertwined with the club's ownership and the broader political climate, shapes his public image and potential endorsements. The focus is shifting towards his life beyond football, where business and carefully managed public appearances are becoming paramount.
To be the star of Inter Miami, owned by staunch Cuban anti-Castroists? For all the world.
Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.