Loki
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He had also the perfect body for his abilities. Short, yet stable with a low center of gravity that allowed him never to lose balance when running, fast turns and dribbling. I think many underestimate that is also a big reason for him to have been able to do all of this on the pitch. Lamine for example is tall and has a higher center of gravity, which makes it easier for the defenders to make him lose balance.Messi is anomaly in both ability and longevity.
Discipline and tenacity mixed with vision and genius.
Genes of a Roman general.
Or score multiple goals in multiple semis and finals like Vinicius did. There's levels to this. He has players in his generation that he has to reach and compete with. Who cares about age really? Some players were great as teenagers and then disappeared later on. Wait and see.