Published 19:35 IST, December 21st 2022

Lionel Messi visits boyhood town of Rosario, struggles to get inside his own house; WATCH

FIFA World Cup 2022 winner Lionel Messi received a warm reception outside his home in Rosario as fans surrounded his car and prevented him to get inside.

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As anticipated, FIFA World Cup 2022 winner Lionel Messi received a warm reception outside his home in Rosario as fans surrounded his car and prevented him to get inside.  Argentine captain was instrumental in guiding his team to title as he scored seven goals and provided three assists.

Lionel Messi receives warm reception in hometown

As seen in video below, Lionel Messi received a warm reception from his hometown fans in Rosario. reception was so warm that Argentine captain also struggled to get inside his own home. supporters were heard chanting, 'Dale Campeon,' which translates to, 'Let’s go champion.'

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And Messi deserves all praise from fans after winning one trophy that eluded him throughout his career and that is FIFA World Cup. With 35-year-old w having won World Cup, he has completed his trophy cabinet by winning every title possible at domestic and international levels: League title, league cup, UEFA Champions League, Copa America and w World Cup.

Ever since Messi got his hands on FIFA World Cup trophy, he has been extremely active on social media, having posted several posts to celebrate. And one of his Instagram posts scripted a new record by becoming most-liked post on social media platform. post of him holding FIFA World Cup trophy smashed all records by receiving over 69 lakh likes. In stark contrast, famous egg, which previously held record, has only gained 56.8 lakh likes.

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'Will t retire': Lionel Messi delivers news every fan wanted to hear

After winning FIFA World Cup with Argentina, Lionel Messi made it clear to fans that he will t retire from national team. ", I’m T going to retire from national team. I want to keep playing as World Cup champions with Argentina shirt," said 35-year-old in an interview with TYC Sport.

Speaking of his dream of finally winning FIFA World Cup in his fifth attempt, Messi added, "It’s simply unbelievable. I knew that God was going to give me Cup. I was sure — it was a big joy for us. I had this big dream for a long time, I wanted to close my career with World Cup. I can’t ask for more than this."

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19:35 IST, December 21st 2022