Canelo vs. Messi Net Worth Comparison: Which Athlete is More successful?

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is gaining significant attention, and football fans from all around the world are quite excited about it. Additionally, fans are particularly excited to see Argentina play because this could be Lionel Messi’s final World Cup. Argentina recently triumphed over Mexico. This allows them to continue competing in the World Cup. However, something weird that transpired following this match gave Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez the impulse to punish Messi.

Argentina prevailed over Mexico at the Lusail Stadium with the score 2-0. Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez was frustrated at his country’s loss, but he congratulated Argentina for their victory. Following that, a video surfaced online from the locker room where Messi and his team were celebrating their victory. But in the video, it seems that Messi brushed off a Mexican jersey while he was sitting down. 

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It might be possible that Messi might not have done it intentionally. But Alvarez was angry to see his country’s jersey kicked by Messi. He released a flurry of Tweets threatening the footballer. He even wrote in a Tweet, “Just as I respect Argentina, you have to respect Mexico!! I’m not talking about the country (Argentina) I’m talking about Messi because of the bl*wjob he gave.”

Furthermore, Alvarez also said,“Did you guys see Messi cleaning the floor with our jersey and flag? He better pray to God that I don’t find him. Just like I respect Argentina, he has to respect Mexico!” This has made quite a buzz on the internet. In the wake of this, let’s take a look at Alvarez and Messi’s net worth. 

Canelo Alvarez vs. Lionel Messi net worth comparison 

Both players are at the pinnacle of their sports and will go down as legends in their fields. Saul Alvarez, a soaring boxing star, has engaged in some of the biggest matches in the sport right now. He is one of the biggest boxers competing today, and his salary for fighting inside the ring is enormous.

His highly lucrative boxing fights have earned him a net worth of $180 million. However, it is believed that it has increased and is more than $200 million. But these are rumors and the information is not verified. 

Speaking of the Argentinian talisman, Lionel Messi, he is currently among the biggest sports entities the world has ever seen. He started playing for FC Barcelona at the of 17, and has a huge share in changing the history of the club. Although he plays for Paris Saint-Germain right now, the biggest chunk of his net worth has come from Barcelona. He has an estimated net worth of around $600 million, making him one of the richest athletes in the world. 

Canelo Alvarez and Lionel Messi’s sources of income

In addition to his incredible boxing earnings, the Mexican fighter also earns a sizable sum of money outside of the ring. He is active in businesses including trading firms, and convenience stores. The pound-for-pound king also earns from real estate ventures. 

In addition, he is also a marketing genius and knows how to sell himself. Alvarez is also involved in various brand endorsements and advertisements which add to his millions. 

The 7-time Ballon d’Or winner will go down as one of the greatest athletes of all time. His athletic genius brought him several multi-million dollar deals that aid to his lavish life. Messi has a lifelong deal with Adidas, and he even runs his own clothing line, ‘The Messi Store.’

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Messi is a significant property investor and runs a thriving hotel business. Messi’s global fame ensures that he will be paid handsomely for his brand endorsements. He is a commercial titan who also makes a sizable income through brand endorsements.