Lionel Messi celebrated his 37th birthday during the Copa América, surrounded by his Argentine national team colleagues. On his Instagram account, "La Pulga" shared a photo with his teammates holding a cake, taking the opportunity to thank everyone for their birthday wishes.
"Thank you so much for all the greetings and congratulations! Another year celebrating my birthday with the team. So, just a little celebration and then back to preparing for our next match. Hugs!" wrote the Argentine star alongside the snapshot.
In just an hour, Messi's post garnered two million likes and over 50,000 comments, most of them congratulating him on another trip around the Sun. On June 24, another special greeting came from his wife Antonela and their children Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro through social media.
The Inter Miami forward's partner shared a lovely photo of the five of them on Instagram with the message, "Happy birthday, love. We love you infinitely."
Lionel Messi's Birthday Celebration: Key Highlights
Here are some frequently asked questions about Lionel Messi’s 37th birthday celebration and his life with the Argentine national team.
How did Lionel Messi celebrate his 37th birthday?
Lionel Messi celebrated his 37th birthday with his Argentine national team colleagues during the Copa América. He shared a photo on Instagram with his teammates holding a cake and thanked everyone for their birthday wishes.
What did Messi's wife and children do for his birthday?
Messi's wife, Antonela, and their children, Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro, shared a heartfelt message on social media, accompanied by a lovely family photo. They wished him a happy birthday and expressed their infinite love for him.