Zlatan Ibrahimović: Messi Turns Everything He Touches Into Gold for the 2026 World Cup

Former Sweden international Zlatan Ibrahimović declared that everything Argentine captain Lionel Messi touches turns into triumph.

The ex‑Manchester United striker made the remarks while discussing Messi’s performance on a Fox Sports show, in reference to the midfielder’s remarkable outing against Algeria in the World Cup opening match on Wednesday morning.

Ibrahimović said that there may never again be a footballer like Messi.

Messi’s hat‑trick secured a 3‑0 victory for Argentina over Algeria in the tournament’s first game.

“I have said many times, with Messi you just need to watch and enjoy. There may never be another Messi in football; he is too special, his talent is innate,” Ibrahimović explained.

“The sport of football seems to exist for him; everything he touches turns into glory. When you need him to step up, this guy steps up.”