Messi’s latest post on social media has already garnered more than 17 million likes, causing quite a stir among his devoted fans.
In a thrilling face-off against the defending champions, France, Lionel Messi seized control and led Argentina to their third triumph in the FIFA World Cup. Demonstrating his unparalleled skills, the legendary footballer scored two goals in the high-stakes final at the Lusail Stadium. As if to reinforce his impact, Messi also scored a goal in the nail-biting penalty shoot-out, ensuring Argentina’s victory with a 4-2 win after an exhilarating 3-3 draw in extra time.
Following his triumphant victory in the thrilling match, Messi couldn’t resist the irresistible allure of the prestigious FIFA World Cup trophy. The legendary soccer star was caught showering it with tender kisses and even delightfully dancing with it in the dressing room after the game. But the excitement didn’t stop there, as the Argentine sensation proudly shared a snapshot of himself with the cherished trophy during his journey back home to Argentina. Take a moment to appreciate the captivating image below:
In a recent social media post, Messi shared his team’s victorious moment, and the response was overwhelming. Within a few hours, the post received a staggering 17 million likes. Users from all over flooded the comments section with emojis, expressing their love, excitement, and admiration for the football legend. They showered Messi with congratulations on his win and referred to him as a “king.”
One user took the opportunity to write, “Congratulations, you are a true legend who has accomplished your mission.” Another fan commented, “Undoubtedly, you are the greatest in the history of football.” A third person praised Messi’s championship performance, declaring him as the “truest champion.” And a fourth individual added, “Congratulations, Messi! You truly deserve it. There is no doubt that you are the best footballer in the world.”
Moving on to the match itself, Messi showcased his incredible skills by scoring two goals in the final held in Doha, bringing his overall tournament goal tally to seven. As a result of his outstanding performance, he was honored with the Golden Ball, which recognizes the “Player of the Tournament.” This is the second time Messi has received this prestigious award, the first being in 2014 when Argentina lost to Germany in the final.
In contrast, France’s Kylian Mbappe clinched the Golden Boot as the tournament’s top scorer, tallying a total of eight goals, just one ahead of the Argentine captain.
