Argentina Football

Messi Honoured in Spain as Princess of Asturias Award Takes on Special Meaning After Father’s Death

Lionel Messi has received the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Oviedo, Spain, with the Argentine superstar dedicating part of the emotional occasion to his late father, Jorge Messi, who had strongly encouraged him to travel to Spain and accept the prestigious honour.

NewsVaultHQ23 Oct 20267 min read

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Messi Honoured in Spain as Princess of Asturias Award Takes on Special Meaning After Father’s Death

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