Messi speaks in Oviedo before Princess of Asturias ceremony
Lionel Messi said in Oviedo that he hopes to be remembered as a great athlete who always fought for his goals and dreams before the award ceremony.

Lionel Messi said in Oviedo that he hopes to be remembered as a great athlete who always fought for his goals and dreams before the award ceremony.

Lionel Messi collected the Princess of Asturias Award for Sport in Oviedo and was preparing to return to the United States ahead of Inter Miami's match.

In Oviedo, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente praised Lionel Messi as he received the Princess of Asturias Award for Sport, but said he would prefer a Spanish winner of the Ballon d'Or.

Lionel Messi's attendance at Monday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in London remained uncertain, with a decision due after Inter Miami face New York Red Bulls on 24 October.

Lionel Messi reached Oviedo on 22 October ahead of receiving the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports and a series of official events.
