Lionel Messi was the star of the night by scoring two goals in the last match of the World Cup. After a scathing climax in the penalty shootout, Argentina lifted the trophy for the third time in football history. The world cup was the only dream left on the legend’s checklist, which he has finally achieved.
However, when Lionel Messi stepped onto the podium to collect the trophy, the Emir of Qatar presented him with a black and gold tunic. BBC commentator Guy Mowbray describes this act as “the crowning” of a true king of football.
While this action sparked controversy among fans, according to the Indian Express, Bisht is a garment of royalty in Qatar. It is a tunic made of camel hair and ‘goat’ wool (yes, pun intended!). Bisht is used in the Arab community at exceptional special events.
Messi then received the trophy and approached his team members to celebrate one of the most memorable occasions in football history. However, Bisht partially covered Messi’s blue and white Argentine shirt.
This is how Gary Lineker reacted when he saw Lionel Messi wearing the robe
Former English footballer Gary Lineker seemed upset and furious after this incident took place. He also described the scenes at Lusail Stadium as amazing and magnificent. Meanwhile, this victory marked Argentina’s third World Cup achievement: 1978, 1986 and 2022.
“It seems to me a shame, in a certain way, that they have covered Messi with his Argentina shirt”
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Former Argentine defender Pablo Zabaleta also jumped into controversy. He saw no reason for Messi to wear the black tunic. FIFA President Gianni Infantino was also present alongside Messi as Emir covered Messi in the black tunic. Alan Shearer also joked about the act that it looked like Infantino was in on it too.
However, shortly after lifting the trophy and team photo, Messi ditched the black and gold tunic. In addition, he wore an Argentine jersey with three stars, conveying the third World Cup title.
English commentator Gary Neville was one of many who were speechless to praise Messi after the match. Argentina defeating France in the final has completed Messi’s portfolio, adding the World Cup to his name.
