Gerard Pique has a dream. He wants to bring Lionel Messi into the Kings League, and he's not being shy about it. The former Barcelona defender opened up about his desire to see his old teammate involved in the growing seven-a-side tournament.
The Kings League World Cup of Nations in Brazil has been a massive hit. Brazil and Chile are set to face off in the final, and the tournament has drawn huge audiences. With stars like Kaka and Neymar already involved, the question on everyone's mind is whether Messi might join the fun.
When asked about Messi's potential involvement, Pique playfully shifted the spotlight. "Ask Ney, he was the one who threw it, wasn't he?" he said, referring to Neymar's earlier hints about Messi possibly appearing in the semi-finals. That appearance never materialized, but Pique hasn't given up hope.
Why Messi Would Be a Game-Changer
Pique didn't hold back his enthusiasm when discussing what Messi could bring to the Kings League. "He is the best in the history of this sport so to have him with us would be incredible," the 2010 World Cup winner explained. "We'll see if one day there is the possibility that he gets involved in the Kings League, for me it would be a dream obviously."
For anyone following the Kings League or considering its future growth, Messi's involvement would be huge. The tournament has already shown it can attract big names and massive viewership. Adding the greatest player of all time would take things to another level entirely.
The Kings League Formula for Success
Pique gave credit to Brazil as the perfect host for the World Cup of Nations. "Seven-a-side football is played a lot and at the level of social networks there is a very large consumption," he noted. The country's massive, connected population has proven ideal for a tournament designed to blend real football with video game-style entertainment.
The former Barcelona star also hinted that more football legends could join once they retire. "When you are playing it is more complicated, but when you finish your career it is another story," Pique said. He's played with some of the world's best, and he sees opportunities for many of them to get involved.
For now, the ball is in Messi's court. Whether the Argentine legend decides to join this innovative football project remains to be seen, but one thing's certain: Pique is ready to roll out the red carpet whenever he's ready.
