Messi Arrives in Oviedo for Princess of Asturias Sports Award
Lionel Messi has arrived in Oviedo, where he will receive the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2026 on Friday. The Argentine footballer was greeted by hundreds of fans, highlighting the immense interest in his visit.
Accompanied by his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, he arrived around 1:00 PM. Teresa Sanjurjo, director of the Princess of Asturias Foundation, welcomed him to applause and the sound of bagpipes. Messi took time to meet fans, signing autographs on shirts and photos.
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Tickets for the meeting with youth at the Oviedo Sports Palace sold out in just 13 minutes. The award ceremony will take place at the Campoamor Theatre.
Messi is honored not only for his sporting achievements but also for his charitable work aimed at helping children from underprivileged families.
