Lionel Messi, a name that reverberates through the halls of football history, stands as a living legend in the realm of the beautiful game. Regarded as one of the greatest soccer players in history, the player has amassed significant fame and glory. His journey from a young prodigy to an iconic figure has been nothing short of extraordinary.

It is as if he was born to play soccer and make a career of it. While it proved favorable for both Messi and the soccer world, it seems the player is already making tweaks to his career path. Specifically, the 35-year-old is trying his odds as an actor.

Lionel Messi set to make his debut as an actor

Lionel Messi is looking to temporarily step away from soccer in order to pursue acting for a brief period. The PSG star is set to feature in an Argentinian sports drama, Los Protectores. The series stars famous Argentine celebrities, including the likes of Adrián Suar, Gustavo Bermúdez, and Andrés Parra.

And now Messi is set to feature in the second season of the show. It will be available on the Star + streaming platform starting on June 25. Just like the main chapter, the episodes will have a duration of approximately 35 minutes each. The series is primarily set in Buenos Aires, but it will also feature scenes in Paris, which explains Messi’s involvement in the show.

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Indeed, fans will be eager to see the former Barcelona man on the big screen, who is set to appear in a show for the first time. Soccer has already given everything to Messi; hence, it’s very likely he must be looking to do something new for a change. In fact, he has also become soccer’s second billionaire.

Becomes soccer’s second billionaire

In 2020, Forbes released the list of the highest-earning footballers in the world, with La Pulga topping the list. He has achieved a significant milestone by becoming football’s second-ever billionaire. Messi topped the chart with an estimated $1 billion in pretax career earnings. With this, the playmaker joined the billionaire club alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.

This significant achievement can be attributed to his continued success and his earnings from various sources, including his salary and endorsements. He had a successful season in 2020, as he reportedly earned around $126 million (£98 million). Currently, Messi and Ronaldo are earning huge chunks of money at their respective clubs. Both will be looking to increase their bank balance before hanging up their boots.

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