Sammy and the Magic Football: Messi’s First Goal for Barcelona

Sammy clutched his magic ball as he walked home, still replaying the missed shot from his school match in his head. “Maybe I’ll never be great,” he muttered, scuffing his shoes against the pavement.

The magic ball in his hands grew warm. Before Sammy could react, the world around him spun in a blur of colors. When everything settled, he was no longer on his street—he was in a stadium. A massive one.

The scoreboard read: Barcelona 1 - 0 Albacete. The year was 2005, and Sammy’s heart leaped in his chest as he realized where he was: the Camp Nou. He turned and spotted a young Lionel Messi standing on the sidelines, waiting to come on.

Disclaimer: This story contains elements that have been tailored for creative and entertainment purposes. While some aspects may be inspired by real events or people, certain details have been modified or fictionalised and should not be considered entirely factual.