In the 89th minute, Argentina earned a wide corner kick from a distance of approximately 20 meters. Messi, using his left foot, executed a remarkable free kick that sailed over the wall and found its way into the top corner, leaving the opponent’s goalkeeper helpless. This goal added to Messi’s impressive tally of 800 career goals, including 99 goals for his national team.

In his sixth free kick of the match, Messi produced the goal. He initially struck the ball with power on his first two attempts, narrowly missing the post in the 17th minute. In the following three free kicks, Messi opted for reduced force to prioritize precision. However, his sixth attempt from approximately 30 yards away ended up missing the crossbar, allowing Thiago Almada to score the game’s first goal in the 78th minute. This goal by Almada was the team’s opening goal.

Argentina approached the game as a sort of celebration following their victory in the 2022 World Cup. Rather than sprinting to celebrate the goal, Messi raised his arms to the sides and waited for his teammates to join him. With 99 goals in 173 games for the national team, Messi has now achieved this milestone. He also becomes the third player in history, after Josef Bican and Cristiano Ronaldo, to reach 800 professional goals.

Before the game, when the Monumental Stadium was empty, the organizers arranged a music party to support the team.

After the game, replica gold cups were prepared for each player as a gesture of recognition.

The crowd and the entire Argentina team joined in singing “Muchachos,” a song that will be played in support of the team at the 2022 World Cup.

Messi paid tribute to his former Argentina teammates while standing on the field, especially those who were with him during their loss to Germany in the 2014 World Cup final.

The 36-year-old captain stated, “This is our day, but I don’t want to forget my former teammates.”

“Argentina came very close to winning this championship, but the brothers gave it their all. These boys should likewise be acknowledged.”

Despite being just a friendly match, Panama posed a significant challenge for the home team, preventing them from scoring in the first half.

However, it was Messi’s exceptional free-kick abilities that became the game-changer, allowing Argentina to score twice in the final 15 minutes.

The players from Panama showed no signs of displeasure; in fact, several of them engaged in a friendly game of rock-paper-scissors to determine who would swap clothes with midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

Numerous Panamanian athletes approached Messi to have him sign their jerseys.

At the age of 7, Messi’s second child displayed impressive football skills at a young age.

Mateo Messi showcases his skillful dribbling.

Fans shared a video on social networks of Mateo Messi playing football with his brother and friends at Lusail Stadium after the 2022 World Cup final.

Lionel Messi’s second son executes a clever dribble to pass to a friend but is stopped by his brother Thiago. Messi’s eldest brother shows interest after a well-timed tackle.

“Mateo only needs to inherit 50% of his father’s talent to become a top player in the world,” commented Gomez Orozco fan. “Mateo shows the qualities of an attacking player, while Thiago has the ability to become an excellent defender,” said Naty’s account.

Mateo is only 7 years old this year but has already demonstrated his talent for playing football. Previously, Mateo also attracted attention with his skillful dribbling in the garden.

While his father and brother have calm personalities, Mateo is known for his mischief. The boy born in 2015 does not hesitate to express his emotions in front of the media’s lenses.

At the 2022 World Cup, Mateo was scolded twice by his mother for jumping on a chair and throwing lollipops into the stands where there were fans. During the celebration of Argentina’s World Championship, Mateo also sulked when he was not noticed by his father.

Mateo Messi doesn’t let his brother hold his father’s award.

Messi’s second son mischievously joined the field to celebrate the 2022 World Cup with his family.

Highlights Argentina 3-3 France (pen: 4-2) Lionel Messi and his teammates in the Argentina team won the World Cup 2022 after a 4-2 victory over France in the 11-meter penalty shootout in the final night of November 18.

Right after Argentina’s victory over France, Antonella Roccuzzo brought their three sons down to the field to celebrate with Lionel Messi.

Despite being busy with celebrations, Messi still took the time to take pictures of his wife and the prestigious World Cup. The romantic moment between the superstar couple, born in 1987, thrilled fans with excitement.

Messi’s family engaged in intimate conversations and made phone calls to relatives who were unable to come to Qatar to support the Argentina team. They shared heartfelt moments and expressed their gratitude and love despite the physical distance between them.

While Thiago Messi generously gave his World Cup gold medal to a cousin to wear for a moment, Mateo Messi was not willing to let his younger brother Ciro hold their father’s World Cup Player of the Year award. Mateo held onto the prestigious trophy tightly, showcasing his possessive nature and desire to be close to their father’s accomplishments.

Fans delighted in Mateo’s mischievous moment. After refusing to lend his brother the trophy, the 7-year-old boy, clutching the 2022 World Cup Golden Ball, playfully ran away, adding a touch of humor and spontaneity to the celebration.

During the 2022 World Cup, Messi was fortunate to have the support and companionship of his extended family. Antonella, in particular, never missed a single match of the Argentina team, from the beginning of the tournament all the way to the final. Her unwavering presence showcased her dedication and unwavering support for her husband and the national team.

After winning the World Cup, Messi made sure to celebrate the victory with his close friend Sergio Agüero. If there hadn’t been any issues last year, “El Kun” would likely have still been a member of the Argentina team for the 2022 World Cup.

In a heartfelt letter posted on his personal page, Messi expressed his gratitude and emotions: “How many times have I dreamed of winning the World Cup, how many times have I failed but I have not given up. Today’s victory is unbelievable. Thank you to my family, fans, and everyone who believes in Argentina.” This message reflected Messi’s immense joy and appreciation for the support he received throughout his journey.