Summary
- Lionel Messi's enduring relationship with his childhood sweetheart, Antonella Rocuzzo, may have been marred by allegations of infidelity in 2013, when leaked photos suggested that Messi was involved with another woman.
- Other models have also come forward, accusing Messi of expressing interest in them despite being married. These claims have circulated in the media, but lack substantial evidence.
- Lionel Messi has a look-alike, Reza Parastesh, who gained fame for his striking resemblance to the soccer superstar. However, Parastesh faced con-man allegations, which he vehemently denied, emphasizing the negative impact of such rumors on his life.
Even devoted soccer fans would be taken aback by the surprising news that the famous Argentine star, Lionel Messi, allegedly had an affair. Most people are familiar with Messi's well-known love story with his childhood sweetheart, Antonella Rocuzzo. They have been together for a long time and got married in 2017. Rucuzzo and Messi are also parents to three children.
However, according to reports, there have been suggestions that just like how Gerard Piqué and Shakira's relationship came to a fiery end, Messi might have been unfaithful to his spouse in the past. Despite their enduring relationship that started when they were very young, social networks are now abuzz with images and videos showing the soccer player with an unknown woman. But are the rumors absolutely bogus?
Lionel Messi Was Rumored To Have Cheated On His Wife Antonella Rocuzzo In 2013
Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Rocuzzo have become one of the most beloved celebrity couples due to their enduring relationship and their affectionate displays on social media. However, leaks on social networks have raised questions about their past.
Images have surfaced that suggest Messi, may have been unfaithful to the mother of his three children. Many of Messi's devoted fans are genuinely surprised by these revelations about the 2022 World Cup champion.
Back in 2013, there were leaked photographs showing Messi with another woman in what appeared to be a compromising situation. These photos were allegedly taken during Cristiano Ronaldo's celebration in Las Vegas, as reported by Cero Cero.
In the images, Messi can be seen getting close to a pretty blonde Russian model, but some argue that it might not be him due to a distinguishing tattoo on the man's back. These rumors were later debunked, as it was clarified that the person in the photos was not Lionel Messi, but rather someone who resembled him.
Lionel Messi Was Accused of Being Involved with Other Models
Adding to Lionel Messi's 2013 allegation, a Paraguayan model named Milena Foradaca claimed that Messi expressed interest in her, but she rejected him because she didn't like him.
According to La Nación in 2022, she said, "Almost all footballers are unfaithful, why should I be with him?" The model accused the Argentine soccer star of making advances towards her. However, she turned him down as she felt it was inappropriate given his marital status.
Furthermore, another report from MARCA featured a Chilean model named Daniella Chavez, who alleged that she possesses a compromising video of Lionel Messi. The Playboy model disclosed that the PSG star had been involved with other models while being married. Chavez said, "No need to add anything that isn't true, I know other women who dated a very famous Argentina No. 10 as well."
Although Chavez didn't directly name Messi, it was evident she referred to the Argentine skipper. She also stated that she has a video as proof, but she chose not to share it, respecting his privacy as they were both unclothed in it. As of now, Lionel Messi has not addressed these claims, while Chavez has decided to delete some of her tweets accusing the football star.
There were also allegations in 2017 made by Peruvian model Xoana Gonzalez against Lionel Messi. She appeared on a local TV show called The Value of Truth, where she was asked a hundred personal questions, supposedly answered while hooked up to a polygraph. During the show, the questions delved into her alleged intimate relationship with Messi, which brought her into the spotlight.
While Lionel Messi is famously known for his committed relationship with his childhood sweetheart, Antonella Rocuzzo, who bravely faced a terrifying illness during her pregnancy with their second son, Gonzalez claimed that it was all a facade.
In the video of the interview, the model shared detailed accounts of her alleged affair with Messi and made disparaging remarks about the time she spent with him. Referring to him as a "wimp," she even mentioned how his security was sent to fetch her, revealing his shyness. She expressed her disappointment, expecting more from someone as accomplished as him, stating, "When one plays across the whole pitch, you expect someone to return the favor. I wanted him to show me more than that. At one point, I felt like I was with a dead body."
Despite the attention garnered by her claims, Messi has never dignified them with a response. He had previously chosen not to address her statements when she first claimed having had a fling with him.
Although Gonzalez's claims lack any evidence, they have been circulating in the local Argentine media for quite some time. The chances of these outlandish claims being true are highly unlikely. Fans are urging Messi to address the situation, even if it means taking legal action against the individual for defamation.
Lionel Messi Has a Look-Alike Who Allegedly Pretends to Be Him
Lionel Messi appears to have found one of his doppelgängers, Reza Parastesh, who gained fame due to his striking resemblance to the Argentine footballer. Parastesh, also known as "fake Messi" on the internet, made headlines in June 2023 for his alleged involvement with 23 women.
Parastesh is a 30-year-old Iranian from Hamedan, that has captured global attention when people noticed his uncanny similarity to the former FC Barcelona superstar, Lionel Messi. His fame grew to such an extent that he was once arrested by the police in Iran due to the overwhelming crowd mistaking him for the real Messi. However, he was later released without charges and went on to receive modeling contracts and interviews.
Unfortunately, along with his rise to fame, Parastesh faced con-man allegations. Reports emerged in 2019, claiming that he had deceived 23 women by impersonating Lionel Messi to engage in sexual relationships with them.
However, Parastesh denied these allegations, asserting that he would have faced jail time in Iran if he had committed such deceitful acts. He also stressed the negative impact of such rumors, especially in Muslim countries, and expressed the harassment he endured, even from his own family.
Parastesh's "fake Messi" persona started when he wore a Barcelona shirt his father gifted him that highlighted his resemblance to the FIFA World Cup winner. His picture went viral, and he further embraced the resemblance by imitating Messi's hairstyle and facial hair, attracting people who wanted to take pictures with him, just like they would with the real Messi.
