Peso Pluma, the globally renowned Mexican artist, created a storm during his recent concert in Argentina. The singer, currently positioned 5th on Spotify streaming charts, took an unexpected detour during the show and praised Lionel Messi and the Argentine national team. The Mexican singer declared Messi as the ‘best,’ and even donned Messi’s Argentina jersey during the concert. This act sparked outrage and disappointment among Mexican fans, who still harbor resentment towards Argentina’s victory over Mexico in the Qatar World Cup.

Mexico suffered a 2-0 defeat against Argentina in their second group-stage match in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. For many Mexican fans, the wounds of their team’s defeat still sting, and Peso Pluma’s tribute felt like a painful reminder of their national team’s shortcomings.

Peso Pluma’s unexpected tribute to Lionel Messi upsets Mexican fans

The air was electric, as Mexican music sensation Peso Pluma took the stage in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As the fans were chanting to the infectious rhythms, the atmosphere shifted suddenly. Pluma, in the moment of unexpected candor, declared his admiration for Lionel Messi and the La Albiceleste’s World Cup triumph. He acknowledged Argentina’s superiority over Mexico, particularly referring to Messi as “Dad.”

Peso Pluma had a moment of sincerity and stated: “How cool to be with the f**king world champions, f**k it. And they gave us a hard time in the World Cup, but man…. Messi is Dad, Messi is Messi,” he said, recognizing the superiority of the national team and Lionel Messi. This declaration, coupled with Pluma donning Messi’s iconic number 10 jersey, ignited a mixture of emotions within the Mexican crowd.

By acknowledging Argentina and singling out Messi for praise, Peso Pluma inadvertently opened himself up to criticism and accusations from Mexican fans. Many fans took to social media to express their disappointment and anger, accusing Pluma of disrespecting his roots and failing to stand by his nation. This incident highlighted the complex relationship between music, sports, and national pride.

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Peso Pluma’s soccer dreams

Unknown to many, the Mexican artist harbored aspirations of becoming a professional soccer player during his young years. Peso Pluma even participated in the lower divisions of Chivas. However, destiny had a different plan, as it redirected him from the soccer field to the world stage of music.

“My dream was always to be a soccer player, and we fell into music by fate. I always wanted to be a soccer player, but I did play in the Chivas youth team, there in Verde Valle,” Peso Pluma revealed.

Despite his detour from the football field, Peso Pluma’s admiration for the sport remains evident. As he acknowledged the Argentine national team’s performance lately, his passion for the game is visible. Peso Pluma’s homage to Messi will remain etched in the memories of fans, that’s for sure.

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