Shadowing Practice: Nobody Knows How To Act Around Messi - Learn English Speaking with Video

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There are football players, and then there is Lionel Messi.
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Put him next to someone else, and they immediately start wiping tears of emotion.
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These are his greatest moments.
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Can't forget when famous actor Owen Wilson met Messi.
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Well, you know, we were talking about that because the kids on the way home, they're like, did you see he signed my shirt and he gave me a high five?
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And I was like, guys, did you not see he hugged me?
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But the first thing I felt when I hugged him was like, his skin is really soft.
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They were hosting an event full of star athletes, but when Leo Messi entered the room, the whole attention shifted to him.
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It's amazing, you know, to be surrounded by such a great athlete.
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I'd love to see Leo.
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It's crazy, I've never met him before.
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I wouldn't have guessed that Spider-Man was a fan of Messi.
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Just look at that face.
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You know, we went to the band all the other day and we met Messi and it was crazy.
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It was crazy!
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But Spider-Man isn't the only fan look at this granny.
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Granny was sent to heaven for a second.
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EyeshowSpeed, who loves Ronaldo much more than Messi, can't believe he's alive when he sees Messi.
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What is Messi?
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Messi!
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Oh God, I wasn't scared.
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I didn't freeze, bro.
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The bodyguard was already locked on speed.
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Even the most powerful person in America obsesses over this guy.
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Lionel Messi is, my son said, Dad, you know who's gonna be there today?
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I said, no. I got a lot of things going on.
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He said, Messi.
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I said, really?
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He's a big fan.
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He's a big fan of yours.
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He thinks you're just a great person.
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I think you got to meet a little while.
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So he's a big soccer fan, but he's a tremendous fan of yours.
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He acted so nonchalantly, but I'm sure he was speaking for himself, not his son.
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The biggest Twitch streamers in the entire Hispanic community lost their ability to speak after Messi joined their call.
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I like to hit him.
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That's why?
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Yes Leo, please.
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What a shame.
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The shame he has.
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I'm guessing they got the world record for the biggest hug ever.
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Burke got a big hug from LeBron James sitting, by the way, right next to him basically on the bench.
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But Drake Hollander said, look, this is the time right now in this game to demand more of our...
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Even the goalkeeper from the rival team wanted to give his son a photo with the goat.
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This kid became the coolest out of all his friends.
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The father got even more excited than his child.
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The moment Messi met Diddy was unforgettable.
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I'm hoping he didn't go to any Diddy party.
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I honestly wish I was DJ Khaled's son.
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Brother salute.
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That's all, that's messy man.
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That's all, that's messy.
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That's right.
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Let's go, my son.
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Excuse me, excuse me, my son.
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Number three, Nixon Hunter.
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Number 16.
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To be honest, I would have had the same reaction.
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Kim Kardashian's son excited to touch Messi's sweat.
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Does he have a favorite player right now? Do you?
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Well, he has Messi.
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Absolutely Messi.
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He's so excited to see Messi, yes.
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Player's sweat.
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OK, OK.
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He has the player's sweat on him.
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Oh my god.
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Back to the studio at halftime, Kaelin and the crew to wrap it up.
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Will Smith and Leo at halftime will be.
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One of the best players in the world frightened to play against Messi.
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That's what happened most of the game when I'm chasing him.
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This is possibly one of the most embarrassing nights of my life.
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The thing about him is that he doesn't even come near you.
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So you actually, me and Vidic stood on the halfway line once at Wembley and looked at each other and just went...
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And we were losing, like, and we were standing there thinking, I've not even touched anyone.
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The problem is, when you did get close to him, he was that small and quick, he was going underneath.
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I was like, normally you go out and hit someone.
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When Zlatan Ibrahimović says he was lucky to witness Messi, you know how good Messi is.
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What he's doing, I don't know if we will see another player do the things
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that he does because he has his way of playing the style to become that player.
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I don't think it's possible.
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That's why I say it's one of a kind.
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I had the luck that I saw him every day because it's a beautiful game.
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Legend Kobe Bryant knew all along who was going to be the GOAT.
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Ronaldinho, he was a friend of mine.
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I was there talking to Ronaldinho.
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Ronaldinho me said, Kobe, look, I'm going to introduce you.
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To present you.
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To present you.
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The game that will be the best game in all time.
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You?
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You're the best.
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He said, no, this here will be the best.
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I was with Lionel Messi.
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I had only 17 years.
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Ed Sheeran was surprised to see what Messi caused to the fans.
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I also follow Lionel Messi and he had posted a picture saying, oh my God, I can't believe I've just met Ed Sheeran.
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He's like an incredible player.
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He actually scored his first goal for PSG that night.
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So it was amazing a stadium erupt I've never seen they were flares jumping up
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and down singing songs and so we arrived and they're doing
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that I'm like okay this is like this will calm down
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when the game begins I went on for two hours
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and it was like it was a Tuesday night I was
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like these guys are going to work anymore famous actor Patrick Stewart hasn't washed his hand since
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that moment this hand was actually in the hand of Lionel Messi.
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I didn't know that that Messi would be there, but I hoped that he would.
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And I told my wife, if he's there, I will do everything in my power to bring the two of you face to face.
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And she said, what if he becomes my celebrity pass?
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I said, that's fine by now.
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Absolutely fine by now.
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And it was really, really hard because there was security like you've never seen.
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You know, it might have been the royal family in attendance.
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But Patrick Stewart wasn't the only actor in love with Messi.
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I can't believe Terry Cruz reacted like that.
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He couldn't stop giving him handshakes.
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Just look at famous actor Terry Cruz, this little girl's reaction is priceless.
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Mourinho wouldn't be able to stop glazing Messi even for a second, and I understand why.
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When Messi has the ball, 1-1-1, you are dead.
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Do you want to sign Messi for Chelsea?
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No, we have no chance of that.
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So you can't afford him?
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No. No?
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No. How much are they asking for him?
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I don't even know because I don't think they ask because I don't think they want to sell.
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For me, genius, I think is the word that you choose and I think the word is correct, genius.

Context & Background

The video "Nobody Knows How To Act Around Messi" captures the awe and admiration that surrounds one of football's greatest athletes, Lionel Messi. In various scenarios, prominent figures—ranging from actors to Twitch streamers—encounter Messi and their reactions highlight the extraordinary impact he has on people. The dialogue features anecdotes that reveal the emotional response of fans and fellow celebrities when meeting Messi. Each encounter showcases not only the reverence for Messi as a sports icon but also the universal feeling of excitement and disbelief that transcends the typical fan-celebrity relationship. This context provides a rich backdrop for English language learners, especially those engaging in English speaking practice through relatable and lively conversations.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Did you see…?” – A great way to initiate conversation about experiences or news.
  • “Can you believe…?” – Perfect for expressing disbelief or excitement.
  • “It was crazy!” – An informal expression to describe surprising or overwhelming situations.
  • “I never thought I would meet…” – Useful for sharing personal stories about unexpected encounters.
  • “My son said…” – A way to bring in family or children’s perspectives into discussions.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively improve your English speaking through shadowing with this video, follow these steps:

  1. Watch the Video: Start by watching the video once to grasp the overall context and emotional tone expressed by the speakers.
  2. Listen for Key Phrases: Focus on the highlighted phrases in the previous section. Notice how they are used in context.
  3. Repeat Aloud: Play the video again, this time pausing after each phrase. Repeat them aloud to practice pronunciation and intonation as if you're directly having the conversation.
  4. Record Yourself: Use shadow speech techniques by recording your voice while you mimic the speakers. This will help you identify areas where you can improve.
  5. Engage with the Content: Reflect on what you learned from the dialogue. Try to incorporate these phrases into your daily conversations or practice speaking with a language partner.

By emulating expressions of awe and excitement, you not only enhance your speaking skills but also connect emotionally with the material, making learning enjoyable. Make this practice a part of your journey to learn English with YouTube and tackle challenges like IELTS speaking practice with greater confidence!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.