Messi’s Magic: How a Goal at the World Cup Helped Lo Celso Become a Father

Lionel Messi’s impact on the football pitch is well-known, but his magic extended beyond the game, playing a surprising role in helping his international teammate, Giovani Lo Celso, become a father.

In a recent interview with TV Publica, the Argentina midfielder shared a remarkable story from the 2022 World Cup. During a match against Mexico, Messi scored a goal, triggering jubilation among the players and fans. However, for Lo Celso, the celebration took an unexpected turn.

“Messi scored a goal against Mexico, we started screaming, but when I turned around I saw my wife had gone into labour,” Giovani recounted.

The intense excitement, shouting, and euphoria from Messi’s goal seemed to have an unexpected impact. Lo Celso and his wife had to leave the stadium midway through the game, and he watched the second half from the car. Later that night, their daughter was born.

Now, Messi has an extra-special reason to get to know Giovani’s newborn daughter, as his on-field heroics unintentionally contributed to a joyous off-field moment for his teammate.