Maradona’s son addresses Messi after Argentina’s World Cup victory

Diego Maradona’s son says no one deserved to win the World Cup more than Lionel Messi

Diego Maradona Jr. Sinagra, son of world champion Diego Maradona, addressed striker Lionel Messi on Instagram after the victory of the Argentina national team at the tournament in Qatar, 247newsagency reports, citing Lenta.ru.

“Happy for you, Leo Messi, because no one deserved this Cup more than you! Happy for our people, for our country! My father is celebrating in heaven,” said Maradona Jr., adding that he wants to hug the striker.

On December 18, Argentina defeated France in the final match of the tournament in Qatar. Regular time ended with the score 2:2. In extra time, the teams scored one more goal each. In the penalty shootout, Argentina turned out to be stronger – 4: 2. The team had not won a World Cup since 1986.

Diego Maradona won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986. The Argentine is considered one of the greatest players in football history. He died in November 2020 at the age of 60 from acute heart failure.