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I don’t lose to anyone — Messi explains why he is the GOAT
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi discussed his unrivalled winning mentality.
Lionel Messi recently offered a rare, candid glimpse into the elite psychological makeup that has helped establish him as the most decorated player in the history of the sport, attributing his unprecedented success to an obsessive, lifelong winning mentality.
The 38-year-old Argentine legend discussed his competitive drive in a recent podcast appearance. He humorously admitted:
“I like winning at everything! I don’t even let my sons win in video games… That’s just the way I am, and it’s what led me to achieve everything I’ve achieved. I don’t know how to lose, but that’s what made me who I am.”
It is precisely this uncompromising refusal to accept defeat that has propelled Messi to a staggering, record-breaking 46 team trophies for club and country.
His unmatched resume features the ultimate prize in international football, the World Cup; a hoard of club trophies across three countries; and an incredible eight individual Ballon d’Or awards, all of which have earned him GOAT status.
Winning drive in South Florida
This insatiable hunger for victory has translated perfectly to his current chapter with Inter Miami CF, thoroughly dismantling the early assumptions that he relocated to the United States in the summer of 2023 merely to quietly see his playing days out in the sun.
Instead of treating Major League Soccer as a relaxed retirement tour, Messi utilised his elite mentality to revolutionise the franchise’s competitive trajectory completely.
Under his captaincy, the previously struggling club captured its historic first piece of silverware by winning the 2023 Leagues Cup, then emphatically won the domestic league to secure the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield, the 2025 Eastern Conference title, and the 2025 MLS Cup.
Having recently surpassed his 100th appearance for the Herons and claiming back-to-back Landon Donovan MLS Most Valuable Player awards in 2024 and 2025, Messi’s competitive edge remains razor sharp.
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PMYA @12 — THE STANDARD: Plateau State Governorship Candidates’ Manifesto & Leadership Dialogue Holds 10 January 2027 in Jos
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BEYOND POLITICS. BEYOND PROMISES. LET’S TALK ABOUT THE FUTURE OF PLATEAU.
For over a decade, the Plateau Man of the Year Awards has celebrated individuals and institutions whose leadership, service and achievements have made a meaningful difference.
But leadership is not only about recognition.
It is about vision.
It is about ideas.
It is about responsibility.
And it is about the future we are building.
As Plateau State approaches the 2027 elections, PMYA @12 — THE STANDARD will introduce a special feature:
PLATEAU STATE GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATES’ MANIFESTO & LEADERSHIP DIALOGUE
A non-partisan, issue-based platform where participating governorship candidates will have an equal opportunity to present their vision, policy priorities and leadership agenda for the future of Plateau State.
No endorsements.
No partisan preference.
No special treatment.
Equal platform. Equal opportunity. Equal time.
The conversation will focus on the issues that matter:
Governance.
Peace & Security.
Economic Development.
Youth Empowerment.
Education.
Healthcare.
Infrastructure.
Tourism.
Investment.
Sustainable Development.
Because before we choose leaders, we deserve to hear their ideas.
Before we debate personalities, we should examine their vision.
And before the votes are cast, Plateau deserves a meaningful conversation about its future.
This is not a campaign platform.
It is a platform for ideas, accountability and leadership.
The key commitments and policy priorities presented during the dialogue will be documented as part of the public conversation on Plateau State’s future.
PMYA @12 — THE STANDARD
Leadership Beyond Politics: Building a Legacy for Future Generations.
10 January 2027
Jos, Plateau State
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said it is yet to receive the Certified True Copy, CTC, of the Federal High Court judgment nullifying the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, led by former Senate President David Mark.
The commission also dismissed reports that it had removed former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, from its online portal, describing the claims as unfounded.
INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, disclosed this to journalists in Abuja on Friday.
Haruna said the commission had neither reviewed the judgment nor determined what steps to take because it had not officially obtained the court document.
He explained that obtaining a Certified True Copy of a court judgment could take several days, adding that it usually takes about a week to secure such documents.
The clarification comes shortly after Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja nullified the David Mark-led leadership of the ADC and invalidated decisions taken by the disputed leadership, including the process through which the party produced its candidates for the 2027 general elections.
The judgment followed a suit filed by Nafiu Bala Gombe, a former Deputy National Chairman of the party representing the North-East, who challenged the emergence of the Mark-led leadership.
The court ruled that the process through which the leadership assumed office failed to comply with relevant provisions of the Electoral Act, leading to the nullification of its actions.
However, the ADC has rejected the ruling and announced plans to challenge it at the appellate court.
The party also said it had filed an application seeking a stay of execution pending the determination of its appeal.
It urged INEC not to take any steps based on the judgment that could affect its political activities or prejudice the ongoing legal process.
The ADC further disclosed that it had formally informed the electoral commission of its appeal and the application for a stay of execution.
We are yet to receive court judgment on ADC leadership crisis – INEC
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