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PARIS, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 29: Lionel Messi (ARG / PSG) is awarded with his seventh Ballon D’Or award attends the Ballon D’Or ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet on November 29, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images)

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PARIS, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 29: Lionel Messi (ARG / PSG) is awarded with his seventh Ballon D’Or award attends the Ballon D’Or ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet on November 29, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images)
It would be safe to say that Lionel Messi is having a great year. The soccer superstar led his team, Argentina, to a victory in the FIFA World Cup, and in the process, cemented his place among the greatest players in the history of the sport.
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Lionel Messi is also one of the wealthiest athletes of all time. The famed soccer player has a net worth of around $600 million. This is largely due to his successful career in the sport. The former Barcelona star has won numerous awards and championships throughout his career.
In addition to his on-field successes, he is also known for living a lavish lifestyle. Messi is also no stranger to living a luxurious life. He is often seen wearing designer clothes and driving expensive cars.
Lionel Messi and his expensive watch
Recently, Messi was spotted wearing a $250K rare Patek Phillipe watch during the FIFA World Cup. The watch, which is made of white gold and encrusted with diamonds, was given to Messi by the Swiss watch company. This just goes to show how lavish his lifestyle is.
How much does Lionel Messi's most expensive watch cost? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/zqeolUo3WY
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Critics will likely argue that Messi is out of touch with the average person and that he is insensitive to the struggles of those who are less fortunate. Proponents will counter that Messi has earned his wealth through hard work and that he should be free to spend his money as he pleases.

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Soccer Football – The Ballon d’Or Awards – Theatre du Chatelet, Paris, France – November 29, 2021 Paris St Germain’s Lionel Messi during the awards REUTERS/Benoit Tessier
Despite his riches, Messi remains a down-to-earth person. In interviews, he mostly comes across as humble and grateful for his successes. It is clear that money does not phase him. He remains a humble and grateful person, which is admirable. This is refreshing to see in such a wealthy individual. It just goes to show that money does not necessarily change people.
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