Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Messi Unfollows Enzo Fernandez After World Cup Loss
After Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain, Lionel Messi reportedly had a heated argument with teammate Enzo Fernandez in the dressing room.
Messi blamed Fernandez for the loss because Fernandez received a red card late in the game, leaving Argentina with ten players.
A social media post claimed Messi unfollowed Fernandez on Instagram, but this was later debunked.
People on social media had different opinions about Messi's actions.
Some thought he was right to be upset, while others thought he should have shown more leadership and not blamed just one player.
Lionel Messi reportedly had a heated argument with Enzo Fernandez after Argentina's World Cup final loss.
Fernandez received a red card in the 93rd minute for a reckless challenge, leaving Argentina with ten players.
A viral social media post claimed Messi unfollowed Fernandez on Instagram, but this was debunked.
Social media reactions were divided, with some defending Messi and others criticizing his behavior.
Messi continues to follow Fernandez on Instagram, according to independent verification.
- Who
- Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez
- What
- Heated argument and alleged unfollowing on Instagram
- When
- After the World Cup final loss
- Where
- In the dressing room
- Why
- Messi blamed Fernandez for the loss due to his red card
Defenders of Messi
Critics of Messi
Leadership vs. Ego
Defenders of Messi
Messi's actions show his passion and commitment to the team's success.
Critics of Messi
Messi's behavior is seen as a lack of leadership and team spirit, focusing blame on one player.
Team Performance
Defenders of Messi
Messi's frustration is justified given the critical moment of the red card.
Critics of Messi
The team's overall performance should be considered, not just Fernandez's red card.
- Players Involved
- Lionel Messi, Enzo Fernandez
- Incident
- Heated argument in the dressing room after World Cup final
- Red Card
- Enzo Fernandez received a red card in the 93rd minute
- Social Media Reaction
- Divided opinions on Messi's actions
- Verification Status
- Claim of unfollowing debunked; Messi still follows Fernandez