Lionel Messi News: One of the greatest footballers of all time, Lionel Messi has been given a new nickname by his teammates.
Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina recently defeated Honduras comfortably 3-0 at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
The 35-year-old striker once again demonstrated his unparalleled vision, when as soon as he received a ball he sent a perfect shot to Papu Gómez whose cut was converted by Lautaro Martínez.
Shortly after, Messi doubled Argentina’s lead after scoring from the penalty spot. The Paris Saint-Germain striker then scored the goal with a superb chip. Messi came close to completing his hat-trick, but his vicious lateral volley went wide.
Lionel Messi News: Weasel, Messi’s new nickname
A new nickname for Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has been revealed on social media after Argentina’s recent victory over Honduras.
After the game, the Paris Saint-Germain striker posted on social media: “Another great night with the national team, thanks for your support again!”
In response to that, his countryman Rodrigo De Paul commented: “How the weasel bites.”
Minutes later, his other partner, Papu Rodríguez, commented: “The weasel is crazy!”
From here, Messi’s new nickname, Weasel, became famous and people started to get curious. Many questions arose about who nicknamed Messi Weasel and why he got this new nickname.
Finally, the Spanish media Marca reported that Messi’s new nickname was given to him by his teammates. Rumors suggest that it is his players from Argentina with whom he plays at PSG, who gave him this nickname.
However, the reason has been kept secret until now. But rumors suggest that the nickname means a part of the body that is not of normal size.
Whats Next?
La Albiceleste is one of the fittest teams in the world. They will face Jamaica in their next match.
With Lionel Scaloni, they won their first silver medal in 28 long years when they lifted the Copa América last year. Since then they have already been rated as one of the favorites for the next world cup.
Led by none other than Lionel Messi, Argentina is currently undefeated in the last 34 matches. Messi himself is also in great shape.
The Argentina captain started the season brilliantly. He has already scored eight goals and racked up eight assists so far.
He will now hope to wear this form at the next world cup before the last dance on football’s biggest stage.
