Adorable photos: Lionel Messi shares emotional moments with family after Argentina's win at the World Cup in Qatar

Messi and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo share three children together

Last updated: December 20, 2022 | 13:51

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Lionel Messi adds to family pride after Argentina wins its first World Cup since 1986. Above: Messi celebrates with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their sons after the awards ceremony after winning the Qatar 2022 World Cup football final.

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The thrilling final had fans of both teams gripping the edge of their seats as France's Kylian Mbappe matched Argentina's Messi goal for goal. Above: Messi with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo.

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Messi's sons kiss the World Cup and their dad's Golden Ball award.

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Something every Argentina fan was looking forward to was watching Messi receive the World Cup trophy as this was his final World Cup game. Above: Lionel Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo beams with pride as she holds the trophy.

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For the footballer who has three children with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, the moment is a the most-awaited one. Above: Messi's son at the World cup final.

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Messi has three sons – Thiago, Mateo and Ciro – born in 2012, 2015 and 2018 respectively.

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The couple’s first pregnancy became public when Messi cheekily placed the ball under his shirt after scoring in the famous Argentina's 4-0 win against Ecuador in 2012.

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Messi married Roccuzzo in a private ceremony with 260 guests at a luxury hotel named Hotel City Center in Rosario in 2017.

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Messi is embraced by his mother Celia Maria Cuccittini as he celebrates after the awards ceremony.

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