Argentina captain, Lionel Messi has issued a public apology to Rosario residents for not being able to meet everyone following his triumph at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Messi could not leave his home in Rosario as residents of the city are still buzzing about Argentina’s World Cup triumph.
Amidst the mania, the Paris Saint-Germain forward invited the mayor of Funes, Roly Santacroce, to his house as he received an ‘honourable citizen’ plaque for his exploits in Qatar.
After receiving the honour, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner said (via Daily Mail): “Well, we wanted to send our greetings to all the people of Funes, Rosario in general.
“We would like to thank you for the love you’ve always shown us, especially now at this time when I’ve just arrived back from the World Cup.
“Forgive us as well because sometimes it is difficult to see everyone, we’re with family and friends for a few days, and sometimes it is complicated.”
Messi is expected to return to his club side, PSG in the coming days.