Argentinian Teammates Celebrate Messi's 39th Birthday
June 26, 2026 · Adrián Ortega
Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday with the Argentine national team. His teammates honored him with heartfelt messages, recalling his record-breaking World Cup performance and unforgettable moments shared.
Lionel Messi turned 39 on June 24, marking the occasion while with the Argentine national team. Already the top scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals, Messi received a flood of congratulatory messages from across the football world. Notably, his teammates from the 'albiceleste' penned an emotional letter celebrating his impact on the team and recalling the World Cup victory in Qatar four years ago.
In a touching message, several Argentine players, including Julián Álvarez, shared a joint letter on social media. "To you who changed our lives, who gave us unforgettable moments, who made us believe dreams are possible... The best part wasn't watching you, it was living it with you!" they wrote. "Happy birthday, captain, we love you! May you be immensely happy," they added. The heartfelt tribute was accompanied by a surprise where each teammate wore a shirt featuring a photo with the Inter Miami star.
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