During their time at Barcelona, former Manchester City attacking midfielder Yaya Toure shared a recent revelation about Lionel Messi’s unique post-match routine. Instead of joining his teammates on the field for training, Messi preferred getting massages to ensure he stayed fresh for upcoming matches.
Toure, in an interview with GOAL, expressed his astonishment at Messi’s decision, which puzzled not only himself but also Samuel Eto’o and Thierry Henry.
Recalling his initial reaction, Toure mentioned, “Actually, in my first year at Barcelona, Messi was a bit like that. We’d finish a game, we’d train. He’s resting [having] a massage.”
The trio of legends questioned Messi’s unconventional choice, with Toure recounting conversations with Eto’o and Henry, both equally curious about Messi’s post-match routine.
Toure emphasized the team’s dedication to preserving Messi’s fitness considering the numerous kicks and tackles he faced on the pitch.