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Lionel Messi stars alongside Roberto Carlos in epic new pre-World Cup advert
Lionel Messi stars alongside Roberto Carlos in epic new pre-World Cup advert,Football legends Lionel Messi and Roberto Carlos teamed up for an awesome new Gatorade advert ahead of the Argentine's rumoured 'last dance' at the World Cup in Qatar

Lionel Messi stars alongside Roberto Carlos in epic new pre-World Cup advert

Lionel Messi has starred alongside Roberto Carlos for an epic new pre-World Cup advert.

The Argentine legend showed off his acting chops in a Gatorade commercial titled ‘The Next 90 Minutes’. His appearance sees him cite the importance of preparation before he takes to the pitch, while Brazilian World Cup winner Roberto Carlos and ex-Arsenal winger Robert Pires also make appearances.

Seven time Ballon d’Or winner Messi is shown training and walking down the tunnel before a fictitious game as Carlos gives him a nod of approval. The Paris Saint-Germain star then steps out onto the pitch before taking a swig of Gatorade.

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Messi said of the collaboration: “Throughout my career, I’ve learned that success is a result of a combination of factors, but preparation plays a key part. Taking the time to prepare your body and mind, and visualise the game ahead is a skill in itself.

“This is why it’s been amazing to work with Gatorade to launch ‘The Next 90 Minutes’ campaign, to share my pregame ritual, and inspire the next generation on their own path to greatness”

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Real Madrid and Brazil legend Roberto Carlos also made an appearance in the advert
Real Madrid and Brazil legend Roberto Carlos also made an appearance in the advert

To celebrate Messi’s extraordinary achievements to date, simultaneously launching is a limited-edition version of Gatorade’s iconic Gx Bottle co-designed by Messi himself. The illustrations capture his life and epic legacy in the bottle.

Both his hometown and the football community have always played a central part in Messi’s life and are paid tribute throughout the bottle.

Many believe this is Lionel Messi's last chance at winning the World Cup
Many believe this is Lionel Messi's last chance at winning the World Cup

PepsiCo Senior Marketing Director Robert Blythe commented: “Through Gatorade’s long-standing partnership with Messi, we’ve witnessed first-hand his level of preparation, and how this brings the confidence needed to conquer any challenge in front of him.

“Our new hero film demonstrates how Gatorade fuels the greatest athletes on their own paths to greatness at the most important moments of their career, whilst celebrating Messi’s world-renowned desire to win. Through ‘The Next 90 Minutes’ we want to inspire future GOATs that preparation, dedication and facing challenges head on is what it takes to be the best.”

Messi is currently preparing for what is expected to be his final attempt at winning a World Cup with Argentina. The nation’s all-time leading appearance holder and goal-scorer won the Copa America last year but is eyeing what would be the biggest accomplishment of his career in Qatar.

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