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Argentina and Barcelona forward, Lionel Messi made history on Monday after he won the Ballon d’Or for the sixth time.

While there were lot of talking points from Ronaldo's, Mane's absent, the major one that caught the attention of fans and football lovers from around the world was the one made by the Barca star.

After winning the Ballon d’Or, Messi said “the moment of withdrawal is approaching” and this was taking by many fans to be a retirement message.

Messi is 32 years already and it is understandable to feel he will soon hang his boots but his fans think it is too early for him to do that.

His teammate and friend, Luis Suarez insists Messi's words were misunderstood by fans and football lover out there.

The Uruguayan and Barcelona striker Luis Suarez says Messi has a long way to go in football. He believes the star will still play for a while. 

Suarez says Messi was only nervous after winning the prestigious award. Messi is a human and was nervous like everyone of us, says Suarez.

Messi has battled with lot of injuries during the start of this season. Despite the fact that he has had some injuries this season, Messis is at his best. 

Messi currently average a goal per game in La Liga with 9 goals in nine appearances this season. The Argentinian captain has 11 goals in total this season with eight assists in 14 matches.