Lionel Messi shares moment with wife and sons after World Cup win. The Argentine soccer star, 35, who scored two goals to help Argentina defeat France in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, was greeted on the field by two of his sons. Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro are his three sons from his marriage to Antonella Roccuzzo.
The boys encircled him, wearing purple jerseys with their father's name and number (10) on the back.
Lionel Messi hugging his wife after the world cup game Lionel Messi's wife Antonela Roccuzzo has declared the footballer 'finally the world champion' in a passionate tribute after Argentina's triumph at the World Cup.
Messi, 35, was reunited on the pitch with his wife and three sons, Thiago, 10, Matteo, 7, and Ciro, 4, after the Argentine superstar finally ended his personal quest to secure the trophy that had eluded him for so long, following the most dramatic final in the competition's history, and appeared to be the cat who got the cream.
Cuddling up to Roccuzzo, 34, the pair smiled as they held onto the golden trophy as celebrations erupted behind them, as well as from the stands and from famous faces watching from afar.
Roccuzzo expressed her admiration for the footballer in a series of sweet images that included their boys kissing the trophy and smiling with their parents on the field.
The term "electronic commerce" refers to the sale of electronic goods. Earlier, Roccuzzo was seen settling into her seat ahead of the final match in Qatar, leading the WAGs in their support of their partners on the field.
Throughout the competition, she's been a supportive partner, cheering on her man with the help of their three children.
Argentina eventually triumphed on penalties and Messi finally got his hands on the World Cup at 35 years old, winning the Golden Ball for player of the tournament in the process as he scored seven goals and provided three assists along the way.
Following his victory, legendary Brazilian striker Ronaldo praised Messi, saying the veteran's brilliance transcends any rivalries.
Brazil and Argentina have always been fierce rivals, but Ronaldo said that was insignificant when it came to saluting the great man who now holds the World Cup.
Messi went on to say that he has no plans to retire from international football, despite widely expected confirmation that the game's showpiece would be his final opportunity to represent his country on a global stage.
After leading Argentina to their first victory since 1986, Messi stated his intention to play and be present in four years when America, Canada, and Mexico will host the World Cup.
Celebrating with the people who truly matter. Lionel Messi was overjoyed to celebrate the 2022 FIFA World Cup victory in Qatar with his family on Sunday, December 18.
Messi and his wife reportedly met as children and, despite the star's training abroad to pursue his sporting career, later reconnected to marry in 2017.
They have three sons, the youngest of whom was born one year after they married. On the field, Messi scored twice in the thrilling final against France, which was tied at 2-2 after 90 minutes and 3-3 after extra time.