Lionel Messi World Cup Gold Medal Qatar 2022 Ugly Sweater

As soon as the final whistle blew and Lionel Messi lifted his World Cup Gold Medal, social media exploded with memes, GIFs and all sorts of hilarious content. And why not? After all, Messi is one of the greatest soccer players of all time, and this was his moment to shine. But what about the ugly sweater he was wearing? You’re probably wondering if it’s even worth mentioning.

Well, we decided to take a look anyway. And you know what? It’s kinda funny. In case you’ve been living under a rock (or didn’t watch the World Cup), Lionel Messi scored a goal in the last minutes of the match to give Argentina a lead they would not relinquish.

As he celebrated with his team-mates on the field, you could see him pull off an ugly sweater – one that looked nothing like the jaw-dropping sweaters he usually sported on international stages. Check out some of the funniest memes and GIFs surrounding this infamous sweater below!

The Ugly Sweater Tradition

The tradition of wearing an ugly sweater during the World Cup began in 1986 when Argentina played Brazil. After the match, many Argentinians wore blue-and-white sweaters with patched graphics of a singing cow on the front. The Brazilian players didn’t take kindly to this insult and responded by wearing their own uglier sweaters during the next two matches. The tradition continued through 2002, when France played Croatia. This time, the French players brought along ugly holiday sweaters that they had been given as gifts.

Since then, every World Cup has seen a few teams bring along some truly hideous sweaters. In 2006, Italy brought along a sweater that featured a cartoon caricature of then-FIFA president Sepp Blatter sticking his tongue out. In 2010, Spain brought along a sweater that featured an image of King Fahd of Saudi Arabia with the words “King Fahd’s World Cup Winners” written across his forehead. And in 2014, Germany brought along an ugly Christmas sweater that had Santa Claus dressed up like Adolf Hitler and giving the Nazi salute.

While these sweaters may not be to everyone’s taste, they are part of World Cup history and are always sure to get a laugh from spectators at games around the world.

Messi’s Ugly Sweater

Lionel Messi’s World Cup Gold Medal Qatar Ugly Sweater

Lionel Messi was awarded with a gold medal for his performance during the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His jersey, number 10, bore the inscription “Juan Peron” on the back. With Argentina reaching the final, Messi dedicated the win to former President of Argentina and his friend and mentor: Juan Perón.

Perón was known for his populist policies that helped lift millions out of poverty during his tenure as president from 1946 to 1955. These policies also included free healthcare and education for all Argentinians. The image of a shirt honoring one of Argentina’s most controversial presidents raised some eyebrows among fans of other teams at the World Cup. Messi explained that it was not just about honoring Perón, but also remembering all the people who have contributed to Argentine society over time.

Messi’s teammate Marcos Rojo echoed these sentiments when he said that, “The shirt has nothing political or personal inside it,” adding, “We don’t wear shirts like this to make statements.” Despite its polarizing nature, many Argentinians supported Messi wearing this particular shirt at the World Cup, believing that it showed his patriotism and dedication to his country.

Conclusion

Looking to celebrate Argentina’s victory in the World Cup this year? Then check out our selection of Messi Ugly Sweaters. Whether you’re a fan of his football skills or just love wearing funny sweaters, we have got you covered!

Lionel Messi World Cup Gold Medal Qatar 2022 Ugly Sweater

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