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Lionel Messi Set to Gift Gold iPhone 14s to All FIFA World Cup Winning Teammates and Staff

Published 03/02/2023, 4:30 AM EST

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Lionel Messi is among the greatest players of all time. A born leader, he has been an inspiration to millions of soccer fans around the globe. The playmaker also got his wish fulfilled after lifting the World Cup trophy with his international side.

La Albiceleste finally got the chance of redemption against the previous winners France, from whom they got kicked out in the earlier stages of 2018. Nevertheless, they finally got their hands on the trophy, and it looks like the celebrations won’t be stopping either.

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It was indeed a poetic tale between Messi and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. La Pulga finally won the prestigious award, that had been on his wishlist for quite a while.

A classic gesture by Lionel Messi

Besides being a legendary player, the former Barcelona man has always been known for his happy face be it on or off the pitch. There was no happier man in the world than the PSG playmaker when Argentina became the world champions, as he celebrated the win like a small kid.

Messi is also famous for his evergreen humility and helping nature, and once again he has taken the hearts of soccer fans with yet another touching gesture. To signify the victory even more, Messi is set to gift 35 gold iPhone 14s to all the staff and members of his international camp.

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Messi has collaborated with a famous smartphone customizing company, “iDesign Gold” to tailor his demands. The company offers a personalized experience to its customers by using state-of-the-art designs and luxury materials. Indeed, a heartwarming gesture by the little magician.

Preparations for 2026 begin

After winning the 2022 World Cup, the Argentina national team is in a pure vacation mood. However, that isn’t stopping them, as the preparations for the 2026 World Cup have already begun.

La Albiceleste have tied their current gaffer, Lionel Scaloni, until 2026. The 44-year-old’s contract expired on December 18th, as he met with Claudio Tapia in Paris before the FIFA awards ceremony.

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“We continue to trust our project of national teams to Lionel Scaloni, the World Cup winning coach.” said the AFA president on Twitter.

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Scaloni also picked up the FIFA Best Men’s Coach Award. The 44-year-old won the award from the likes of legendary managers Carlo Ancelotti and Messi’s former coach, Pep Guardiola.

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