Lionel Messi could also be a World Cup winner and nationwide icon in Argentina, however his face is not going to be showing on financial institution notes in his homeland.
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WHAT HAPPENED? There had been recommendations on the again of a memorable victory over France at Qatar 2022 that the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner could be additional immortalised by seeing his face splashed throughout cash in Argentina. A number of mocked up photographs surfaced on social media, with Messi apparently set to determine on a 1,000 Argentine peso notice.
WHAT THEY SAID: Fernando Alonso, senior supervisor of communications and neighborhood relations on the Banco Central De La Republica Argentina (BCRA), has refuted these claims by telling BOOM: “There is no such thing as a fact on this. This matter isn’t on the work agenda.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Whereas Messi’s face will not be added to financial institution notes, extra murals have been arising in Argentina recognising his achievements within the Center East – with the Paris Saint-Germain ahead emulating the efforts of fellow World Cup winner Diego Maradona from 1986.
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WHAT NEXT? Messi has vowed to delay his worldwide profession after claiming a World Cup crown, as he closes in on 100 objectives for his nation, and can be keen so as to add to a medal assortment with the Albiceleste that now contains Copa America, Finalissima and World Cup honours.
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