Lionel Messi's farewell appearance for Argentina has seen emotional tributes from across the football world. Former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain teammate Neymar Jr also shared a heartfelt message for the Argentine superstar.
Neymar and Messi spent several years playing together at Barcelona, where they formed a deadly attacking partnership alongside Luis Suarez. The Brazilian later reunited with Messi at Paris Saint-Germain, giving the two stars another opportunity to share the ground.
Despite representing two of South America's biggest footballing rivals, Neymar and Messi have maintained a close friendship over the years.
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Neymar And Messi's Emotional Copa America Moment
One of the most memorable moments between Neymar and Messi came after the Copa America final, when Brazil faced Argentina.
Neymar's Brazil suffered defeat against Argentina, leaving the Brazilian visibly devastated after the final. Messi, meanwhile, was seen consoling his former Barcelona teammate and staying by his side during the emotional aftermath.
The moment highlighted the friendship between the two players despite their rivalry on the international stage.
Neymar's Emotional Message For Messi
As Messi bid farewell to Argentina, Neymar reflected on the impact his former teammate has had on football and on his own career.
In an emotional message, Neymar said that football fans around the world had enjoyed watching Messi throughout his career and thanked him for his contribution to the sport.
"Who loves football has enjoyed you throughout these years. Today is your last game in the shirt of your national team, of your country, and I hope you savor every second, that all the tributes today make you happy,” Neymar said.
"It's not just Argentina that thanks you, the world thanks you for everything you did for football. Thank you for making me love football even more, it was an honor to have played against you and even more so to make history by your side. THANKS Leo Messi," he commented.
Neymar And Messi's Barcelona, PSG Legacy
Neymar and Messi shared some of the biggest moments of their club careers at Barcelona before Neymar moved to PSG in 2017. The pair reunited in Paris in 2021 when Messi joined the French club.
Both have amazed fans worldwide with their footballing heroics and miracles. The fans will surely see both of them in their international colors, playing for their nations.