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‘Have a huge crush!’ - Why Cazorla prefers Pedri to Yamal

Ex-Arsenal and Spain star Santi Cazorla has explained why he prefers Pedri to Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal. The two-time European Championship winner admits to having a “huge crush” on Barca’s classy midfielder. He is also a big fan of Yamal, who continues to wow global audiences, but will always side with ball players over goal scorers.

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'Cazorla the first one I called' - Sacked coach denies feud with ex-Arsenal star

Veljko Paunovic has broken his silence after his surprise dismissal by Real Oviedo, insisting there was no dressing room rift and revealing the first person he rang after leaving the club was Santi Cazorla. The coach, who was sacked after eight La Liga matches, further denies reports tying his exit to the Cazorla, while the Spaniard has vehemently defended his integrity and urged unity at the club.

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Cazorla hits back at 'tarnishing' claims over Oviedo coach sacking

Real Oviedo captain Santi Cazorla has been forced to defend his reputation following the sacking of coach Veljko Paunovic. Amid social media accusations, the ex-Arsenal star strongly denies any involvement in the decision, revealing the squad was shocked by the news as the club struggles at the bottom of La Liga and turns to a controversial replacement.

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The fairytale continues! Cazorla signs new Oviedo contract

Santi Cazorla has committed to another season with Real Oviedo, signing a new one-year contract that will see the Spanish legend return to La Liga after nearly half a decade away. The 40-year-old midfielder, whose previous contract had expired earlier this summer, will continue playing for his boyhood club as they prepare for top-flight football for the first time since 2001.

Frequently asked questions

Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.

Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.

The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.

Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.

Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.

Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.

Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.