The Camp Nou is full, lights dim slightly, and a single spotlight follows Messi as he walks onto the pitch. The crowd roars, chanting his name. Messi steps up to the microphone, smiling softly. Messi: “Thank you… thank you so much. Being here again feels like coming home. This stadium, this city, these colors — they are part of who I am. I left with a heavy heart, and even though my journey took me far away, my mind and my love were always here with you. Barcelona gave me everything: my dreams, my family, and the chance to grow not only as a player, but as a person. Today, standing here again, I feel the same excitement I felt the first time I wore this shirt. I’m not here to look back, but to look forward — to give everything I have once more. To help this team, to fight for these fans, and to enjoy the beautiful game the Barça way. Thank you for never forgetting me. Thank you for welcoming me home. Visca Barça, and visca Catalunya!”
