Messi acts as tour guide in southern Argentina

The Argentinians continue their celebration of footballer Lionel Messi with a 26-meter-high statue in a remote town in Patagonia, along with a mural commemorating his legacy. The statue is made from 70 tons of steel and iron and depicts Messi kneeling during the 2022 World Cup victory celebration, holding his country's flag—a symbol of his homeland and the passion of his fans. It was unveiled on June 16th during Argentina’s first match of the 2026 World Cup, where he scored 18 goals in the tournament.

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