Messi bids emotional farewell to World Cup as Ballon d’Or account pays tribute

Abdullateef Fowewe

The official Ballon d’Or account has shared a heartfelt message marking the end of Lionel Messi’s World Cup journey, thanking the Argentine superstar for his legendary career.

In a post, the account wrote: “SIMPLY… THANK YOU, LEO. 🇦🇷✨
“Lionel Messi has played his final World Cup match. 💔🏆
It was a journey filled with records, goals, and glory. Your legacy and your 8 Ballons d’Or are eternal. 🌕”