Winners make their own luck. That seems impressive, but only as a quote. Realities present a far too different scenario, and whether we like it or not, humans must ultimately bow to their respective fates.
Lionel Messi has already guided Argentina to 4 finals and won none. But does it imply that he isn’t the best of his generation or even the GOAT? a big fat NO.
The number 10 has been eluded by international accolades for almost a decade now. No matter how hard he tries and pushes himself beyond his boundaries, if fate doesn’t permit it, he might have to retire with an empty international trophy cabinet.
He has done every bit of hard work and shed every drop of sweat to win a title with Argentina, but unless he’s destined to, he won’t be laying his hands on an international accolade any time soon.