Afimag.com –
South America Football Governing Organisation (CONMEBOL), has honoured Argentine and Parish-Saint German football superstar, Lionel Messi, with the ‘Baton of Football’.
The body all presented a life-sized statue of Messi holding the World Cup in the honour of the former Barcelona star.
Lionel Messi who shared photos from the event on his Instagram page on March 27, 2023, thanked the organisation for their recognition, said it was a special and emotional moment.
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He said, “Thanks to #conmebol for this tribute and to #sole_pastorutti for that beautiful moment. It was very special and emotional.”
Recall that Messi had led Argentina to win the the COPA America and lifted 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar after a dramatic win against France in the finals.
