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Derogatory Lionel Messi nickname given to him by Diego Simeone is revealed as Atletico Madrid boss used disrespectful term to stop his players being afraid of Inter Miami superstar

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  • Simeone's nickname for Messi revealed
  • Atletico boss wouldn't use superstar's real name
  • Didn't want players to be afraid before games