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Messi and pitch invader
A young girl managed to approach Messi during the second-half stoppage time of the match against the Colorado Rapids, resulting in a moment of bewilderment for the football icon, as reported by Daily Mail.
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Hordes of security personnel, including Messi's personal bodyguard, former US Navy Seal Yassine Chueko, swiftly intervened as the girl put her arm around Messi and held her smartphone out for a photo in a video shared on X.
The bodyguard, known for closely shadowing Messi during his games, was among those who promptly removed the girl from the field, ensuring Messi's safety.
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Chueko famously shadows Messi while he's on the field, running up and down the sideline with the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.
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Playing for the first time since March 13 due to a hamstring injury, Messi came off the bench in the second half and scored in the draw.
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