Before the match began, Lionel Messi’s son, Thiago, penned the lyrics of the unofficial team anthem, “Muchachos,” as a show of support for his father. Now, Lionel Messi is basking in the glow of his first World Cup victory alongside his cherished family.

The 35-year-old Argentine soccer icon, who contributed two crucial goals to Argentina’s triumph over France in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, shared a heartwarming embrace with two of his sons on the pitch. Messi, who shares three sons—Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro—with his wife Antonella Roccuzzo, knelt down with an exuberant smile as he enveloped his sons in a hug. Clad in purple jerseys bearing their father’s nамe and number (10), the boys reciprocated the embrace, creating a touching moment captured on camera.

Leading up to the match, Thiago’s handwritten rendition of the song “Muchachos Ahora Nos Volvimos a Ilusionar” surfaced on social media, courtesy of Antonella Roccuzzo’s Instagram Story. This song, adopted as Argentina’s unofficial anthem for the World Cup, gained popularity among fans and players alike. Following Argentina’s victory over Mexico in November, the team was seen singing the anthem in their locker room. This victory, achieved after a hard-fought ƅɑttle against France, ended in a 3-3 tie, ultimately leading to a shootout where Argentina emerged triumphant with a score of 4-2.

In the aftermath of the win, Roccuzzo shared several heartwarming snapshots of the family celebrating, expressing overwhelming pride and gratitude for Messi’s unwavering determination and perseverance throughout the years.