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LIONEL MESSI RECEIVES A SPECIAL HONOUR FROM BUENOS AIRES 🇦🇷🎓
Lionel Messi's remarkable connection with Argentina has been recognised in a different way.
On a day already filled with emotion, Messi has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), adding an academic distinction to a career that has already delivered almost every major football honour imaginable.
The recognition is UBA's highest honorary distinction and was approved unanimously by the university's Superior Council. The institution highlighted Messi's career, perseverance, humility and the way he has represented Argentina throughout his journey. 1
MORE THAN FOOTBALL
For Messi, this honour goes beyond goals, trophies and individual records.
UBA's decision recognises the influence he has had as a representative of Argentina and the values associated with his long career.
His international journey has included the 2021 Copa América, 2022 Finalissima, 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2024 Copa América, achievements that helped transform his relationship with the Argentina shirt into one of the defining stories of his generation. 2
AN EMOTIONAL DAY FOR MESSI
The timing makes the honour even more significant.
After receiving the distinction, Messi is preparing for an emotional farewell with Argentina at the Monumental, where the national team will face Benin on October 6.
It is expected to be his final appearance for the national team, bringing an extraordinary international chapter to a close in front of his home supporters. 3
From Rosario to Buenos Aires, from his earliest dreams to becoming Argentina's captain and a World Cup winner, Messi's journey has become part of the country's sporting identity.
Now, on a day dedicated to celebrating his legacy, Argentina has found another way to say:
Thank you, Leo. 🇦🇷💙
A NEW TITLE FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY LEGACY
Football gave Messi the stage.
Argentina gave him the shirt.
And now the University of Buenos Aires has given him one of its highest honours.
Dr. Lionel Messi. 🎓🐐🇦🇷
