Lionel Messi’s son, Mateo, demonstrates that he is following in his father’s footsteps by showcasing his football skills at just four years old. In a remarkable performance in his own backyard, Mateo displayed a glimpse of the talent he has inherited from his famous dad.

It appears that Lionel Messi’s four-year-old son, Mateo, is showing off his impressive skills in front of the goal as well. In a recent video, the young boy can be seen kicking the ball into the top corner from a distance before making a quick run and finishing with precision. The video seems to have been captured in Messi’s backyard at his home in Spain, where there is a small soccer field. Mateo seems to have picked up a few tricks from his father, as he celebrates his first goal just like Messi does.

Messi Jr. celebrates his goal by kissing both hands and raising them in the air. Then, he heads straight towards the camera and puts his finger to his lips, gesturing for silence. His second goal is reminiscent of his father’s style, as he skillfully dribbles the ball from the halfway line before shooting low into the corner. As he falls to the ground, he even acts as if he has been tackled late, clutching his face. Despite this resemblance to his father, keen fans will notice that Mateo is primarily right-footed, showing that he is not an exact replica of his dad.

Mateo mimicked his father by placing a finger on his lips, showing his imitation skills may rival those of soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi’s longtime rival recently proposed they have dinner together, a suggestion to which the Argentine has responded positively. Messi expressed to Sport magazine, “Sure, I have no issue with that.”

I’ve always maintained that I don’t have any problem with him. While we might not exactly be buddies since we’ve never had the chance to hang out backstage, I do run into him at award ceremonies and everything seems fine.
I can’t say for sure if there will be a dinner event happening anytime soon, as our schedules and lives are quite busy. However, I’m open to the idea and would definitely attend if invited.

Perhaps Mateo and Ronaldo’s son Cristiano Jr could join them for a casual two-on-two game in the backyard to end the evening’s festivities.