The Uniting of Anime and Football: Messi, Naruto, Luffy, and Goku

The Fusion of Anime and Football

Fans have recently rediscovered an old edit of Lionel Messi scoring a goal with Naruto, Luffy, and Goku. This incredible edit brought together the worlds of football and anime in a unique and captivating way. What's intriguing is that this isn't the first time such a crossover has captivated fans.

Before this, an edit of Cristiano Ronaldo assisted by Sasuke, Zoro, and Vegeta had gone viral and was equally loved by anime and football enthusiasts. The choice of characters in each edit is particularly noteworthy.

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The Clash of Protagonists and Deuteragonists

It is interesting to note that the characters used in Ronaldo's edit are the deuteragonists, whereas those used in Messi's edit are the protagonists of their respective shows (One Piece, Naruto, and Dragon Ball Z). This difference in character choice sparked discussions and varying opinions among fans and enthusiasts of both anime and football.

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The Fan Reactions and Debates

The recent resurgence of the Messi x Anime edit has elicited a range of reactions from fans. While some admired the creativity and beauty of this fantastic edit, others had opinions on how the choice of anime characters in each edit depicted something else. Some even criticized the choice of anime series in the edit.

Fans praising the creativity of the Messi x Anime edit (Image via X/@brknsergio)

Fans praised the creativity of the Messi x Anime edit, hailing it as one of the best they have ever seen. However, there were contrasting opinions, with some questioning the animator's choice of using protagonists for Messi's edit and deuteragonists for Ronaldo's edit.

Fans questioning the choice of anime characters for Ronaldo's edit (Image via X/@brknsergio)

Furthermore, fans expressed their views on the choice of anime characters and series, with some calling for the inclusion of Bleach in the edit. The absence of Bleach and the protagonist Ichigo in the edit led to discussions on how the edit could have been improved.

Fans questioning why Bleach was not included in the edit (Image via X/@brknsergio)

Final Thoughts

Contrary to popular belief, the 'Anime x Football Player' edits actually began with Messi's edit, which was recently rediscovered. Anime fans have shown immense interest in these unique crossovers, and many are now requesting similar edits for other players. However, it's crucial to maintain respect and appreciation for the animator's efforts, considering the time and creativity involved in producing such remarkable edits.

The 'Big 3' of anime, comprising Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach, continue to be revered as some of the most influential series in the anime world. Their enduring popularity and timeless appeal make them a top recommendation for new fans entering the anime community.