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Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by chinambusay(op): 1:04pm On Apr 01, 2019
Pope Francis who revealed he is proud of the performance of his fellow Argentine, Lionel Messi, has however stated that the celebrated footballer is not God.

Pointing out the “sacrilegious point” of many who worship the Barcelona star as a hero, Pope Francis who admitted that Messi is a joy to watch stated that he is not God. Speaking about his compatriot Messi, who is often referred to as “God”, Pope Francis said:

Jordi Evole: You know when both. Is it sacrilege to say the Messi is God?


Pope Francis: In theory, it is sacrilege. You can’t say it and I don’t believe it. Do you believe it?

Jordi Evole: I do.

Pope Francis: I don’t [laughs]. People can say he is God, just as they may say ‘I adore you’ but only God can be worshipped. Those are expressions from people. ‘This is a God with the ball on the field’ is a popular way for someone to express themselves.

Jordi Evole: But he plays well doesn’t he?

Pope Francis: Of course, he is very good, but he isn’t God.


https://unclesuru.com/2019/04/01/messi-is-not-god-pope-francis/

Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by ThothHermes: 1:31pm On Apr 01, 2019
But he the greatest ever cool The next best thing after.

Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by SouthSouth1914: 3:31pm On Apr 01, 2019
Messi is just a human being who knows how to play football, just like a mathematician who knows how to solve mathematics!

Let’s not get carried away!! We have great people from the medieval ages like Aristotle, socreates, Plato ‘et al.

Messi is just like you and I doing well what he knows how to do best!
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Dottore: 3:32pm On Apr 01, 2019
But it's not strange if Messi is idolized and worshipped like the many other pictures in Roman Catholic. Once you achieve a feat catholic give you a title and you enter statue and become a god.

St. Messi - pray for us.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by DonBenny77(m): 3:32pm On Apr 01, 2019
No he is not, he is GOAT
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Avedonn: 3:32pm On Apr 01, 2019
The guy is talented. Hate him or like him, Messi is a joy to watch whenever he plays football.

I'm a Madrid fan but to be honest, Messi does not belong to the same class with Ronaldo. The difference is Messi is naturally born footballer. He plays football effortless while Ronaldo forced football to be part of him which is why he always train a lot.

The guy is also humble and religious that's why you hardly hear any controversy against him except of the regular tax evasion allegations.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by TayusKilzEasyjay(m): 3:33pm On Apr 01, 2019
E nor sabi self
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by flashlink(m): 3:33pm On Apr 01, 2019
He is a grass-eating goat
By the way, Ronaldo is the god of football
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by GOFRONT(m): 3:33pm On Apr 01, 2019
shocked

But he is a god of soccer
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by SincereBigot: 3:33pm On Apr 01, 2019
Ronaldo is
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by TheBeat: 3:33pm On Apr 01, 2019
Messi is the greatest footballer ever. Ronaldo is remembered for goals but just check their goals per game ratio. Messi scores, creates, assists and dribbles. Watching his highlights brings joy and nothing but joy.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by caige234: 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
lol pope francis its all bants sir
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by newproject(m): 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
Yea
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by brightalo17: 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
There are 2 different types of Gods . one is God almighty the creator of universe. and other gods which Messi is of them. I don't need the help of pope to know that messi is god of soccer because I am seeing it myself.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by omoniomoade(f): 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
Yes messi is not God, But Ronaldo is the GOAT. Let the CR7 fans click like.........
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by i2know2(m): 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
i wonder how people easily start worshiping things

meanwhile you can see my sig for a more important stuff
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Sydney17(m):
As for me and my household,RONALDO is the god and the real G O A T! he was a star in Portugal, he conquered England! he shattered records in Spain! he is currently TRENDING in Italy! He was a coach for few minutes and led Portugal to Euro most coveted trophy! Abeg there can only be one Ororo! Handsome king! we can't be ruled by Dwarf grin grin grin grin
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by okonja(m): 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
Goat
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Treasure17(m): 3:34pm On Apr 01, 2019
It's the truth, not even a divinity.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by OhiOfIhima: 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
Messi is just a talented footballer... Comparison wit Almighty is vr absurd.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by DirtyGold: 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
Where's the insecurity coming from ehn oga pope?

Is anybody worshipping Messi? We need to calm down this over zealous religious higihaga.

What's tha business?
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by flowx(m): 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
No Be My Nature To Dey Brag!!!
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Offpoint1: 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
When you obtain a level no one currently or in passed has obtained in that profession... you become the god of that profession. So permit me to say Messi is a god of football.

Ronaldo fans please call 08069820812 for argument, I've enough strength to argue with anybody till next year December 31st and with still enough left to continue the year after.
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by hisexcellency34: 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
and who said he is God?
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Tapout(m): 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
My crk teacher: he is a "god" and not a "God"
Me: huh huh
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Staru1(m): 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
[quote][/quote]thief
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Damfostopper(m): 3:35pm On Apr 01, 2019
Messi....The best thing to happen in football after the greatest Christiano Ronaldo

Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by Nobody: 3:36pm On Apr 01, 2019
Not your business actually nobody said he was a deity don't be caught up in semantic web
Re: Messi Is Not “god” – Pope Francis by mbahdi(m): 3:36pm On Apr 01, 2019
messi made me becum a foothbal fan,i love watching him plaY
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