In the third round of the Club World Cup group stage, Palmeiras will face Miami International. Before the game, Palmeiras's Portuguese coach Abel Ferreira was interviewed.

Palmeiras had 1 win and 1 draw, and faced Miami International led by Messi in the third round of the group stage. Abel Ferreira first said: "We must regard this as an opportunity and a challenge to be able to play against one of the greatest players in football history. Although he is not 16 or 7 years old, his ability is still there. This is an opportunity, not only to face Messi, but also to a team with a short-term but ambitious time. Our preparations will not only consider one player. Our tactics? The ideal situation is not to let Messi get the ball, haha."

In the last round of the Club World Cup, Messi scored a wonderful free kick, helping Miami International defeat Porto 2-1. Abel Ferreira continued: "Messi is a player who can make a difference, just like he did when he was against Porto. It will be a battle between offensive and defensive players. We must seize the opportunity, make every effort to achieve satisfactory results, and qualify from the group."

The media also asked Abel Ferreira to compare two big stars, Ronaldo and Messi. Abel Ferreira replied: "You know I have always supported Ronaldo... One of them is extremely talented, while the other is known for their hard work. Even if I am not a Portuguese, I will see my own shadow in Ronaldo. When we try to compare their styles and creativity When you are creative, you will think of Federer and Nadal. I am more like Nadal...I have to run more because I don't have that much creativity. So I agree with Ronaldo more, whether I am a Portuguese or not. But I also admire all the creativity that a player like Messi shows."

Finally, Abel Ferreira said: "When people say that a man's value is not measured by height, this is an example. This is also the magic of football. You can participate in football regardless of height, fatness and thinness...We are lucky! Now we can still appreciate the wonderful performances they bring. I hope and wish Messi all the best, except tomorrow, haha."