Messi receives special award from Angolan President on Independence Day

Messi received a special reward from the President of Angola - Source: X

In Luanda, Messi was welcomed as a national hero, as thousands of Angolans poured into the streets shouting and singing to welcome him. The 50,000-capacity 11 de Novembro Stadium was packed, with government- sponsored tickets costing just... $1!

Before the match, Angolan President Joao Lourenco came down to the field to meet and present the 38-year-old superstar with a special award to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Angola's Independence Day.

The match was not dramatic, Argentina played in a relaxed style like a friendly match. However, every touch of the ball by Messi always made the stands excited. The chants: Messi! Messi! continuously rang out.

But the difference in class helped Argentina have no difficulty in creating an overwhelming game. Just before halftime, Messi assisted Lautaro Martínez to score a goal to give Argentina a 1-0 lead.

In the 82nd minute, Messi himself shone with the goal that sealed the 2-0 victory. This was the 896th goal of his career.

This is also Argentina's last match in 2025. This year, the Tango team has played a total of 9 matches with 7 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. Their only defeat was a 0-1 loss to host Ecuador in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/messi-nhan-giai-thuong-dac-biet-tu-tong-thong-angola-nhan-ngay-doc-lap-20251115093819113.htm