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World Cup 2010: Messi Targets World Cup Glory
The Argentinean is eager to fire the Albiceleste into the history books.
Dec 26, 2009 6:01:59 AM
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi is hoping to crown a memorable year by lifting the World Cup with Argentina in 2010.
Having scooped a trophy cabinet of silverware and personal awards in 2009, the FIFA World Player of the Year is eager to go one better and win the greatest prize in football.
Messi is currently in Argentina celebrating the festive season with friends and family and upon his return, he set the tone for 2010. He claims World Cup glory is the only achievement that can surpass all he has done thus far at the Camp Nou.
"I have had a great 2009 as we won everything," he is quoted as saying on Clarin.com
"My ambition is to keep growing and to win something with Argentina at the World Cup. All I have done can be exceeded by winning the World Cup.
"I will always make an effort for the national team and I hope my performances get better."
Salvatore Landolina, Goal.com
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Having scooped a trophy cabinet of silverware and personal awards in 2009, the FIFA World Player of the Year is eager to go one better and win the greatest prize in football.
Messi is currently in Argentina celebrating the festive season with friends and family and upon his return, he set the tone for 2010. He claims World Cup glory is the only achievement that can surpass all he has done thus far at the Camp Nou.
"I have had a great 2009 as we won everything," he is quoted as saying on Clarin.com
"My ambition is to keep growing and to win something with Argentina at the World Cup. All I have done can be exceeded by winning the World Cup.
"I will always make an effort for the national team and I hope my performances get better."
Salvatore Landolina, Goal.com
Discuss all the latest news in the Goal.com Forums.
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