03.09.2026 11:50
A special tribute was held for Lionel Messi, who ended his career with the Argentine national team, during the Velez Sarsfield-Boca Juniors match. In the 10th minute of the game, while play was stopped, the crowd applauded Messi for one minute.
Lionel Messi, one of the legendary names of Argentine football, was honored in a special way in his country after ending his national team career. In the Argentine Cup match between Velez Sarsfield and Boca Juniors, a remarkable tribute was made for Messi.
GAME STOPPED IN THE 10TH MINUTE
In the 10th minute of the match, the game was stopped in reference to the jersey number Messi has worn for years. Football fans in the stadium honored the Argentine star with applause for 1 minute.
APPLAUSE FOR MESSI FROM THE STANDS
While the players waited on the field, respect was shown to Messi with applause rising from the stands. Thus, a special tribute was held during the match for the star who left his mark on Argentine football.
HE ENDED HIS NATIONAL TEAM CAREER
Messi, who captained the Argentine National Team for many years, achieved important successes with his country, including the World Cup. The 1-minute applause for the legendary footballer who ended his national team career was one of the most striking moments of the Velez Sarsfield-Boca Juniors match.