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In focus

Lionel Messi in focus

FC Barcelona's talisman tells us about his appetite for goals.
Published: Wednesday 8 February 2012, 10.30CET
Barcelona's Lionel Messi

In focus

Barcelona's Lionel Messi

Argentina and FC Barcelona forward Lionel Messi tells the UEFA Training Ground about how he always had a ball at his feet when he was young, how anyone can play in any position if they are dedicated enough and how he has been able to increase his conversion rate in front of goal.

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