De Paul: "Messi could have gone to his son's birthday party, but he came to the game against Bolivia" (Sept. 15, 2023)

De Paul: "Messi could have gone to his son's birthday party, but he came to the game against Bolivia"

https://dynamo.kiev.ua/en/news/506649-de-paul-messi-could-have-gone-to-his-sons-birthday-party-but-he-came-to-the-game-against-bolivia 2023-09-15 11:51 Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul spoke about Lionel Messi's actions in attending the 2026 World Cup ... De Paul: "Messi could have gone to his son's birthday party, but he came to the game against Bolivia"

15.09.2023, 11:51

Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul spoke about Lionel Messi's actions in attending the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Bolivia (3-0) despite his son Mateo's birthday.

Lionel Messi, Getty Images

"He is an absolute leader. For me, his action is an example of love, commitment to the team, and the bond that exists between all of us. In the end, after he had a great game and got us three points with his goal, he could have gone and enjoyed his son's birthday.

We already knew that it would be very difficult for him to play, but he decided to come. That's why I always thank him and the whole team too. And that's why we give our all on the pitch," TyC Sports quoted De Paul as saying.

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