SSoccer fans are counting down the dates for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on their calendars. But with 133 days left until the opening match on June 11, it was Lionel Messi’s wife who caused a stir on social media.
Antonella Roccuzzo is once again the face of Adidas, unveiling the Argentina national team’s new kit even as her husband’s participation in the tournament is in doubt. And of course, fans were excited about the possibility of seeing Leo play again.
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On December 18, 2022, Argentina and Messi became world champions after a dramatic penalty shootout against Kylian Mbapp’s France in Qatar, ending a 36-year drought.
Lionel Scaloni’s team has updated its uniforms ahead of the tournament, which will be held in the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
The new kit was unveiled to the public last November and brings together the sky blue hue used in Argentina’s 1978, 1986 and 2022 titles, when they lifted the cup. In this way, we sought to express the continuity, memory and hopes of all Argentine citizens.
Nevertheless, a new publication from Adidas has attracted the attention of fans. Three photos of Antonella in a tracksuit, black pants and matching light blue sneakers were enough to make the number 10 wife the center of attention. “First lady of soccer,” “our beautiful princess,” and “queen of soccer” were some of the reactions praising Roccuzzo.
Other fans took advantage of the German brand’s post to send cute and innocent requests to Messi’s wife: “Antonella, please give me a kiss,” “Thank you, Antonella, for taking care of the goats! Please make sure you get enough sleep and eat well,” and “Antonella, please put some sunscreen on Messi, the weather is really hot.”
But some fans are already excited about the World Cup and can’t wait to see the Leos defend their title in 2022. “Great outfit for the World Cup! Goddess,” “Argentina are on the road to another world title,” and “One more time. Let’s go,” fans cheered in the comments section.
But despite fans’ excitement, the 38-year-old captain has put his participation in doubt, saying he does not want to be a “burden” on the team and will assess his condition daily, but the door to playing in a sixth tournament is not closed. “I want to be in good shape so I know I can help. I don’t want to be a burden,” he previously told Sport. Additionally, Messi has met with manager Lionel Scaloni to discuss plans for 2026, which sounds promising, but that does not guarantee Messi’s appearance.
Meanwhile, if the Argentine confirms his presence, he and Cristiano Ronaldo will become the only two players to have appeared in six World Cups, further expanding his footprint in the world of football.
Argentina’s national team will be placed in Group J along with Austria, Algeria and Jordan. They will make their debut against Algeria on Tuesday 16 June, followed by matches against Austria on Monday 22 June and Jordan on Friday 26 June.
