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Lionel Messi did something that got me into a lot of trouble while we were playing for Manchester United

Lionel Messi should never be allowed to run at you with the ball, according to ex-Manchester United star Wes Brown. It was tough to stop the then-wonderkid once he got going against you, according to Brown, who played against Messi in the 2008 Champions League semi-finals.

Brown made the following statement when appearing on Reach’s Euro Thrash podcast: “Once he picks the ball up and starts running, you’re in trouble.” The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify. You must put an end to that.

Being near him makes him pass it, but you definitely don’t want him to get it, turn around, and run full speed toward you. Dealing with him is no easy task. Also, he’ll move you out of the way so other people can run into you.For the 2021 book “Manchester United: Unscripted,” Brown has already revealed the one tactical piece of advice he received from Sir Alex Ferguson. I recall those remarks circling in my mind prior to our Champions League semi-final match against Barcelona, the former England international said. It was something the gaffer had hammered into me.

“I was usually tasked with keeping an eye on Lionel Messi, and the instructions were very straightforward. “Do not dive in.” “That was the message,” it said repeatedly.

Messi was already widely considered to be among the world’s top players when he was just 20 years old. His reputation was well-known. Despite their youth, he and Ronaldo had just finished in the Ballon d’Or’s top three. Even though we worked out with Ronny on a daily basis, we were thrilled to face Messi for the first time.