As a data-driven analyst with 12 years at ESPN, I’ve watched Messi’s impact through Synergy Sports and ORTG/DRTG models. What struck me wasn’t just his stats—but how he transforms pressure into precision. From Argentina’s World Cup survival acts to Miami’s shock group stage dominance, the pattern is undeniable: when it matters most, Messi delivers. This isn’t luck. It’s legacy in motion.