Ahead of the highly anticipated release of a captivating four-part documentary on Lionel Messi’s extraordinary journey to World Cup triumph with Argentina, Apple TV+ has treated fans to a thrilling sneak peek. The documentary, titled ‘Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend,’ offers viewers an exclusive glimpse into the behind-the-scenes moments of Messi’s incredible five World Cup campaigns, culminating in his ultimate victory in Qatar. Apple TV+ promises an unprecedented and intimate portrayal of Messi’s quest for a career-defining World Cup win, with the football superstar himself sharing his definitive story in his own words. The teaser trailer, released on Friday, features a captivating blend of archival footage showcasing Messi’s early years, insightful interviews with Messi and renowned football icon Gary Lineker, and captivating scenes from the Argentina team bus. Brace yourselves for an awe-inspiring ride as ‘Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend’ hits the screens on February 21, 2024.
Apple TV+ has recently unveiled a sneak peek of its documentary series that delves into Lionel Messi’s incredible journey to World Cup success. This captivating series will showcase Messi’s rise to fame, starting from his international debut and encompassing all of his World Cup disappointments, including his temporary retirement. Viewers can also anticipate exclusive and intimate interviews with Messi himself, as well as conversations with his teammates, coaches, rivals, devoted fans, and pundits.
In the previous World Cup, Messi played a pivotal role in guiding Argentina to a triumphant victory in Qatar. Despite a rocky start with a loss against Saudi Arabia in their first game, Messi displayed his sheer determination and propelled his nation all the way to the final. The ultimate showdown took place at Lusail Stadium, where Argentina faced off against France, led by the exceptional Kylian Mbappe. In a nail-biting match that went into extra time, Argentina emerged victorious, clinching the title after a thrilling penalty shootout.
This significant achievement in Qatar undoubtedly marked the pinnacle of Messi’s illustrious career. Just seven months after this triumph, at the age of 36, Messi made the decision to join Major League Soccer, embarking on a new chapter in his football journey.
At the grand event held in Qatar, the 36-year-old ignited Argentina’s triumph, serving as a potent source of motivation and inspiration.
The show guarantees engaging discussions with fellow players, trainers, rivals, and dedicated supporters.
An Apple documentary titled ‘Messi Meets America’ tells the story of Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami and his contribution to the team’s historic first trophy win. Recently, a collection of Messi’s Argentina shirts, including his match-worn World Cup final jersey, was sold at auction for an impressive $7.8 million. Although it didn’t break the record for the most valuable sports memorabilia, the auction proceeds will benefit charity. The set of six jerseys from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar received only three bids, with the winning bid reaching $7,803,000 just minutes before the deadline. These jerseys include Messi’s shirt from the World Cup final, the semi-final against Croatia, the quarter-final against Holland, and various other games throughout the tournament.
