However, according to The Sun, Messi was celebrating with a fake trophy in the picture. That’s because the original FIFA World Cup trophy was taken away from the pitch by FIFA after the customary trophy lift.
Messi was unaware of the fact and so were other Argentina players. Angel Di Maria eventually spotted that and pointed out to Messi.
The trophy was made by Argentina fans Manuel and Paula (as reported by El Paris). They later revealed that the aim was to collect signatures from as many La Albiceleste stars as possible. They said (via Daily Star):
They added:
The fans were successful in their goal, as even Lionel Messi was unaware that it was not the original trophy.
Lionel Messi is back at PSG following Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup triumph
Lionel Messi has rejoined his club side following Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup triumph.
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) superstar penned a message after receiving a warm welcome back from his teammates. He wrote:
Lionel Messi has 14 goals and 12 assists in club football this season, having bagged seven goals and three assists in seven games in Argentina’s successful World Cup campaign.
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