The guard who escorted Messi to matches turned out to be a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan
The guard of Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi at MLS matches turned out to be a veteran of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is reported by the Daily Mail.
According to the publication, the bodyguard was picked up by the co-owner of the club, David Beckham. Now, for all matches, Messi is accompanied by former US Army special forces Yassin Chueco. During games, he is on the edge of the field.
Messi, 36, joined Inter Miami on July 15. His agreement with the American club runs until the end of the 2024/2025 season.
Since 2021, the Argentine has played for Paris Saint-Germain. His contract with the Parisians ran until June 2023 with the option of a one-season extension. Prior to that, the striker played for Barcelona. As part of the Catalans, he won the Spanish championship ten times and won the Champions League four times.
Source: Lenta
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