Upon hearing that Messi came to watch the match, Argentinians flocked to the stadium.

Upon hearing that Messi came to watch the match, Argentinians flocked to the stadium.

27.07.2026 09:20

Argentine footballer Lionel Messi, who missed out on the championship in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is spending his pre-season fatigue in his home country. Messi followed the match between Rosario Leones, founded by his family and presided over by his brother Matías Messi, and Central Cordoba from the stadium. Upon learning that Messi was watching the game, the people of Rosario gathered around the stadium, competing fiercely with each other to take photos with the famous footballer.

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, who narrowly missed out on winning the FIFA 2026 World Cup, has returned to his hometown of Rosario to recharge and shake off fatigue ahead of the new season. 

SUPPORT FOR HIS BROTHER THE PRESIDENT

Messi followed the match between his family-founded club Rosario Leones, chaired by his brother Matias Messi, and Central Cordoba from the stadium. The 39-year-old legend, known for his humble demeanor, watched the game with great excitement from the stands, boosting his family and team morale. 

HUNDREDS RUSHED TO THE STADIUM FOR MESSI

The famous footballer's decision to watch the match brought the city to a standstill. Lionel Messi, the living legend of world football, was met with overwhelming enthusiasm from fans in his home country Argentina. Messi climbed onto the stadium roof and individually greeted his admirers. The Rosario locals lingered around the stadium for a long time, competing with each other to take photos with the renowned footballer. 

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