Messi, Iniesta and Neymar - the trio "reborn" in the heart of Brazil

Messi is an inspiration to many children who are passionate about football.

The story, which seems like a joke, is true - a funny but inspiring piece about love of football, pride and magical coincidence.

When the "trio" returns - in an unexpected place

At the youth training center of Ceara Sporting Club, people could not believe their eyes when the list of players had three familiar names: Lionel Messi, Andrey Iniesta and Neymar Cunha Freitas. But these were not the legends who once stirred up Camp Nou, but three teenagers - full of potential and together pursuing their football dreams.

In this youth team, “Messi” and “Iniesta” are both midfielders, while “Neymar” plays in defense, and can even move up to play full-back or central midfielder. Their coach recalls with a smile: “When the three boys with names exactly like the legendary Barcelona trio appeared, the whole team couldn’t stop laughing. Everyone was joking around – a healthy atmosphere that helped unite the whole team.”

However, he is quick to stress that it is not the name that makes a career, but the spirit, discipline and perseverance that takes them every day that will take them far. And indeed, all three young players are showing remarkable progress, with intelligent ball handling skills and an admirable desire to compete.

“Sometimes I can’t believe I’m playing alongside another ‘Messi’ and another ‘Iniesta’,” the young Neymar said, laughing. “We joke around all the time, but on the pitch, we’re all serious. In Ceará, we’re not just teammates – we’re a little family.”

Neymar is also loved in Brazil.

In Brazil, naming children after football idols is common. But having three children named after three Barcelona legends in the same football academy is rare. Behind each name is a story - simple but full of emotion.

Neymar's father Cunha Freitas (born January 18, 2011) said that at first he intended to name his son after "Loco" Abreu - the famous striker of Botafogo. "My family objected, they said I was crazy", he laughed. "Then, when I watched the National Cup semi-final between Santos and Grêmio, I saw Neymar shining brightly. That name immediately stayed in my heart". And he did not expect that the boy with that name is now also writing his own football dream.

Andrey Iniesta (born May 30, 2012) is the story of a family who loves football and… beauty. “At first, we planned to name our son Andres Iniesta like the original Spanish name, but to make it easier to read, I changed it to Andrey,” said the boy’s father. “That’s the name, but if he can play half as well as his idol, I’ll be very happy.”

Messi and Iniesta are stars of world football.

And then there is Lionel Messi Maier dos Santos, born on September 14, 2012. His mother said that when she discovered she was pregnant while playing soccer with friends, the name “Lionel Messi” immediately came to mind. “I didn’t think much of it – I just felt like it was a fateful name. I didn’t expect my son to be so passionate about soccer,” she said.

The dream extends from Camp Nou to Ceará

Three names, three small fates, but all sharing the same passion. At school age, Ceara’s “Messi”, “Iniesta” and “Neymar” are training together every day under the golden Brazilian sun, carrying within them the dream of continuing the legacy of the people they were named after.

Brazilian football is never short of magical stories, but this interesting coincidence brings a refreshing touch. It reminds people that, wherever they are, the love of football is a thread that connects generations and hearts - from Camp Nou to the small pitches of northeastern Brazil.

“I don’t know if they will become big stars, but I know one thing for sure: they have the joy of playing football – and that’s the most important thing,” added Ceara’s youth team coach.

With their laughter and innocent competitive spirit, the three boys are living their dream. One day, who knows, Ceara’s “Messi”, “Iniesta” or “Neymar” will make the world once again talk about the legendary trio - in a completely new way, with Brazilian colors.

Source: https://znews.vn/messi-iniesta-va-neymar-bo-ba-tai-sinh-giua-long-brazil-post1593830.html