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

#2 Decision making

FC Barcelona v FC Bayern Muenchen - UEFA Champions League Semi Final

To take the best decision in the final third, is often what sets apart raw talent from world class players. Lionel Messi almost always comes up with the appropriate step. The Argentinian knows exactly when to dribble, when to pass, when to shoot and when to go all the way, dribbling himself to the goalkeeper's territory.

Once a footballer reaches this stage of maturity, he gains the ability to put his talent into good use, in the best possible way, instead of wasting his abilities in vain. Messi has shown to be versatile enough to operate as the play-maker and set up his teammates, as well as to be the central attacker who is responsible for finding the back of the net. 'La pulga', makes the right step at the right moment.