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The World Cup winner responded from his Instagram account to shut down the rumours being spread about his son
Lionel Messi, the football icon, recently took a stand against misinformation being spread about his son Mateo, showcasing a rare public rebuttal to protect his family's privacy and integrity.
The Argentine star, who usually remains silent on media speculations, found it necessary to address the falsehoods directly, especially when it pertained to his family.
Messi's Direct Response on Social Media
Messi encountered a misleading Instagram post by "Mercado Deportivo," an Argentinian page, which falsely quoted him discussing his son Matteo's footballing future. The post suggested Messi had commented on academies in America wanting to sign Matteo, claiming he had chosen to enroll him in Miami due to his perceived talent and similarities to his own style at a young age.
The Argentine legend was quick to debunk this claim, responding directly on the platform: "It's a fake. I never said that." This direct engagement highlights Messi's commitment to setting the record straight when it comes to matters involving his family.
Matteo Messi: A Budding Talent
While Messi refuted the claims about his involvement in Matteo's footballing decisions, it is known that Matteo, his middle son, trains at Inter Miami's academy.
The young Messi has been labeled as a significant talent, even drawing parallels to his father when a video of him scoring a hat trick went viral last January. Such comparisons and the public's interest in Matteo's potential career underscore the intense scrutiny that comes with being the child of a football legend.
Messi's Continues to Shine in MLS
Amid addressing personal matters off the pitch, Messi continues to shine on it. The world champion is set to play for Inter Miami against Orlando City in the third round of the MLS league. His return to the grass is highly anticipated as he leads his team against Orlando City on Saturday, further cementing his influence in American soccer.
Lionel Messi's swift response to the false news about his son illustrates the protective nature of a father unwilling to let falsehoods about his family spread unchecked. While the world remains curious about the potential of Matteo Messi, his father ensures that any discussion about his son is rooted in truth, not fiction. As Messi continues to excel in his professional career, his off-field role as a father remains paramount, defending his family against the spread of misinformation.
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