He hit Messi, now karma comes for him and he will have to pay a huge fine
This fan overwhelmed Leo Messi as he invaded the pitch, now he is suffering the consequences.
Leo Messi has fans all over the world, even the fans of rival clubs want a piece of the Argentina superstar. In a match Argentina was playing against Ecuador, a fan invaded the pitch and rushed towards Messi for a picture. The Ecuadorian fan got his picture with Messi, but it will not be for free, as he is facing a huge fine for the intrusion.
The World Cup qualifying match took place in the Monumental of Guayaquil, Barcelona’s stadium. And Messi was once again at the center of the spotlight as the fan, in his eagerness and excitement to see Messi up close, grabbed him by the neck to the surprise of the Argentina captain.
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The pitch invader was immediately removed by the security of the stadium. However, FIFA, in an effort to protect the players and keep the order in the stadiums, chose to fine the Ecuadorian Football Federation. The federation in Ecuador in turn took measures against the fan.
Ecuador fan sees the consequences of his actions
The supporter who invaded the pitch and overcrowded Messi is facing legal action, according to the Ecuadorian Federation. He is to be charge a fine of USD $16,000. A hefty sum for a young man whose intention was only to see his idol up close.
