5 reasons why Lionel Messi is still the best player in the world

#3 Passing skills

Barcelona v Athletic Club - Spanish Super Cup: Second Leg

Lionel Messi is an attacker, but that does not prevent him from being one of the best passers in the game. He is on the same level in terms of play-making skills, if not even better, than some of Europe's best European central midfielders.

The Argentinian can organise play, lead the build-up phase, or even launch his teammates by setting them up with clear-cut chances in front of the goalkeeper. The Barcelona star is considered one of the best assist-providers in the world, at the moment.

Besides being the highest top scorer in La Liga history, Messi is also the player who provided the highest number of assists. He is just scarily good, isn't he?