and in the 80s Messi isnt constantly marked by multiple players and has much more time and space to do his thing.
also disagree about tackling, its much "easier" to play against someone that wants to kick you then it is to someone that will track you back and put you under pressure once you get past him. Biggest advantage Messi has is the quality of the pitches but players from previous era also had some advantages.
anyways, not a time for debate its time to enjoy the genius of the little man. Please dont go to fecking MLS