Lionel Messi is a name that is synonymous with soccer excellence. The legendary Argentinian player has captivated fans across the seas with his spectacular skills on the field. But recently, he ventured into a different arena and surprised everyone with his acting debut.

His talent and professionalism took aback his co-actor on the TV show, proving that, just like in soccer, Messi never ceases to amaze people. In this piece, we dive into Messi’s unexpected acting venture and explore how he continues to amaze us both on and off the field.

Lionel Messi’s acting skills surprise co-star for satisfactory reasons!

A few months back, there were a lot of talks about Lionel Messi, who has won the Ballon d’Or eight times, making his foray into television. The Argentinian icon was supposed to make his first appearance on television in the second season of the sports drama series, ‘Los Protectores.’ With the show now airing, he is not only receiving positive reviews but also earning compliments from his co-star, Andrés Parra. In an interview speaking about La Pulga, he said, “We were surprised that Messi is a guy with a sense of timing, let’s say acting, very good. When he took breaks, he never made a mistake.

Andres Parra also confessed that he was uncomfortable shooting scenes with Lionel Messi. This discomfort arose because his character in the show jokes with the Inter Miami star. Consequently, the makers explained the jokes to him before the shooting started. Andres also clarified how his character came without any filters and used abusive words in front of the Argentine soccer player.

However, during the shooting, Messi remained thoroughly professional. Additionally, his co-star mentioned that the 36-year-old never complained about any scene.

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It is not the first time a co-star of the ‘Los Protectores’ has praised Lionel Messi for his acting skills. Another co-star, Adrián Suar, also praised the acting of the Inter Miami star in the show. 

Lionel Messi lives up to expectations on and off the field

At the age of 36, Lionel Messi remains a crucial part of his club and country. However, it is not just on the soccer field. The other co-star of the show, Adrian Suar, mentioned that the Inter Miami star retained the same qualities while he was shooting for the show. According to the actor, ”It’s Messi. He plays Messi, and he does it perfectly, but he does something that he has to act.”

Moreover, Messi nailed his role and brought out his charming personality and leadership qualities for his character. 

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This cameo hints at Messi’s potential beyond the pitch, hinting at a future where his talents may transcend sports and reach new creative heights. But, his current focus will turn to Inter Miami for the upcoming season.