Messi: (Saturday 19 November 2022 BBC One)

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November 18, 2022

Alastair James

Today Saturday 19 November 2022 the show Messi airs an episode called on BBC One

This comprehensive documentary aims to give viewers a thorough understanding of the real Lionel Messi in advance of what is anticipated to be his final World Cup appearance.

He is one of the best players ever, but in contrast to his mind-blowing talent on the field, he is a mysterious figure off it. This is Messi like you’ve never seen him before, featuring amazing footage of the Argentine superstar when he was a young prodigy.

While former teammates Cesc Fabregas and Xavi share behind-the-scenes stories of what Messi is like in the dressing room, school friends describe how a painfully shy boy with a growth hormone deficiency would draw crowds to watch him play from the age of nine.

Messi’s story has more nuanced aspects, which former Argentina teammates Pablo Zabaleta, Javier Mascherano, and Hernan Crespo explain. How is it that Diego Maradona, a controversial figure in South America, is adored everywhere while Argentina’s all-time leading scorer has endured periods of harsh domestic criticism?

Airdate: Saturday 19 November 2022 at 10.55pm on BBC One.

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Alastair James

Alastair James is the editor in chief for Memorable TV. He has been involved in media since his university days. Alastair is passionate about television, and some of his favourite shows include Line of Duty, Luther and Traitors. He is always on the lookout for hot new shows, and is always keen to share his knowledge with others.