In the past, Messi’s dribbles were considered impossible to defend, but today, according to Rami, his game has changed. It is now easier for defenders.
Former French international Adil Rami spoke in an interview about the future clashes with Lionel Messi in Ligue 1. Opposite the official website of the league, the Troyes defender was not very concerned about having the six-time world footballer as an opponent again soon.
It has become easier to defend Messi, said Rami, who, as a defender in Valencia and Sevilla, had to get to know the Argentine’s dribbling skills several times: “He was too strong, he was always on my heels back then. He was lurking on the offside line, moved back to the same level and started over. “
Rami: Messi easier to defend these days
Nowadays, Messi’s game has changed a lot, according to the 2018 world champion: “He’s more of a passer now. That makes it easier for us defenders because we can wait. I think he just can’t do his slalom runs as often today.”
In his years in the Primera Division, Rami failed to beat Messi’s Barcelona. His teams never got beyond a few draws.
A new opportunity for the 35-year-old to beat the superstar comes at the start of the second half of the season when Messi’s new club PSG Troyes host at Parc des Princes. In the 2-1 win on matchday one, the Argentine was not yet in the squad.
I have been working in the news industry for over 6 years, first as a reporter and now as an editor. I have covered politics extensively, and my work has appeared in major newspapers and online news outlets around the world. In addition to my writing, I also contribute regularly to 24 Hours World.
