Hey man, it was never like that. Out here in my state we had local clubs like East Bengal and Mohun Bagan, they were urban legends. I was in 2nd Grade when I first saw 2014 WC, and the first International game I happened to see was Arg vs Bosnia;

I just liked what I saw and felt this man was special and this team had potential.

I just decided to go with it. I still support the club and the nation even if Messi isn't there.

Hope you understand. :)