"What a wholesome envy I feel of you! You have an unforgettable week to live! Happy young people playing football, enjoying each other in a marvelous country, in the idyllic Algarve. I can only tell you: enjoy every second, Mundialito is providing you with a football and human experience without comparison. I will try to attend the tournament. I will try to support my son and his team and also. I will try to embrace all of you during this week, the children who have to be the happiest kids in the world. With friendship."

"Mundialito is a unique experience for children that attend this tournament every year. Competition and winning are left in a second place the important thing is to live something magic with the children of your age coming from other countries and cultures. My best wishes for our team, Atlético de Madrid. I hope everybody enjoys a lot."

"I would really like to be with you to enjoy this nice experience because, for me, football was, is and will always be my great passion. A big hug from your friend Diego Maradona."