Messi Celebrates 37th Birthday with Argentina National Team at Copa America

At the age of 37, Lionel Messi celebrated his birthday in a special place. This time, the Inter Miami striker was without his family as he was focused on representing Argentina at the Copa America tournament. However, Messi's birthday was far from lacking in joy, as he received heartfelt wishes from his teammates, coach Scaloni, and the passionate Argentine fans.

A Momentous Occasion Amidst National Duty

Messi's Heartfelt Gratitude

Messi took to Instagram to express his gratitude for the outpouring of birthday wishes, saying, "Thank you all very much for the congratulations! Another year, my birthday coincides with the time the whole team is on national duty. We celebrated in style, but we haven't forgotten the very difficult task ahead of us. The Argentine national team is ready."

A Cake Fit for a Champion

The fans present at the Argentine national team's camp prepared a special treat for Messi. Five large cakes, each weighing around 40 kg, were meticulously crafted, with the centerpiece being a cake decorated with the iconic World Cup trophy - the prestigious title that Messi and his teammates had won at the 2022 World Cup. After blowing out the candles and making a wish, Messi proceeded to cut the cake and share it with the joyful fans in attendance.

FIFA's Heartfelt Tribute

The FIFA website also joined in the celebration, posting an unprecedented seven articles to commemorate Messi's birthday. This level of attention from the world's governing body for football is a testament to Messi's enduring legacy and the global impact he has had on the sport.

Scaloni's Heartwarming Message

Argentina's head coach, Lionel Scaloni, also expressed his well-wishes for Messi, acknowledging the difficulty of being away from home on one's birthday. Scaloni shared, "I know it's hard for Messi to be away from home on his birthday. The coaching staff, the players, and the fans have done their best to ensure Messi has the happiest possible time. We're used to it, and Messi knows that the entire country is behind him."

Scaloni's Lofty Expectations

Scaloni went on to express his confidence in Messi's continued brilliance, stating, "Compared to the pain of the past, Messi is now stronger and very different. Like the 2022 World Cup, it was history, and Messi played a huge role in making it happen. Messi is still a genius, and I believe he will shine and continue to bring more prestigious titles to Argentina."As Messi celebrates his 37th birthday surrounded by his national team family, the Argentine fans and the world of football eagerly await his continued mastery on the pitch, hoping to witness more historic moments and triumphant achievements in the years to come.