Not Hirving Lozano, the only Mexican player that Lionel Messi acknowledge, even gave him a gift
Lionel Messi, reigning World Cup champion, respects Mexican player; he even gave him a gift
Lionel Messi has already made history after winning the World Cup in Qatar 2022. The Argentine is recognized as one of the best in the history of the sport. Now, despite many believing that there are tensions between Messi and Mexico, the Mexican player Messi most respects is revealed.
During his time at FC Barcelona, after a Spanish league match, the Argentine had an important gesture with Andres Guardado, Real Betis midfielder. Messi acknowledged on more than one occasion that he is an important player who has had an outstanding career in Spanish teams.
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However, that is not all. Andres Guardado confessed that after a meeting between Betis and FC Barcelona, he let Messi know that his son wanted to meet him and the Argentine agreed to receive him in the locker room to chat and take a picture with the little boy. A gesture that Messi would not have with just anyone.
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The Mexican player was clear about the controversy that arose from Lionel Messi allegedly kicking the Mexican national team's shirt, which curiously belonged to Guardado. In that sense, the El Tri midfielder assured that the Argentine never had any intention of doing so and that there is nothing but respect for Messi.