Camila Morrone, the ex-girlfriend of American actor and film producer Leonardo DiCaprio, shared her excitement online after watching Lionel Messi at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Morrone, an Argentine-American actress and model, was in the stands during Argentina’s final World Cup group game against Jordan. The 29-year-old was a delighted spectator as Argentina secured a 3-1 win. Lionel Messi also thrilled fans as he came off the bench to score a free-kick that sealed his country’s victory.
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After the match, Morrone took to her Instagram, expressing pride in being an Argentine while also describing her experience of watching Messi score a goal in person as a ‘dream come true’.
“You will never understand the pride I feel in being Argentine!!!!!! Dream come true seeing Messi in person (score a goal 😉) at the World Cup!!!!! Thank you@adidas @adidasoriginalsThanks for inviting us, and we’ll see you at the end, okay??? COME ON GUYS, ANOTHER CUP,” she wrote.
In the image carousel she posted, Morrone rocked a sleeveless Argentina jersey. She also posted a pic of Lionel Messi coming on as a substitute. Other notable pics from the carousel include the actress taking a selfie with the pitch in the background and a pre-match ceremony with a giant Argentina flag laid across the pitch.
Cape Verde’s president predicts team to shock Lionel Messi and Argentina in World Cup clash
Next up for Lionel Messi and Argentina at the 2026 World Cup is a clash with Cape Verde in the round of 32. On paper, the upcoming match appears lopsided as La Albiceleste go into the game as reigning champions as opposed to Cape Verde, who are making their debut appearance at the tournament.
Despite their underdog status, Cape Verde president, Jose Maria Neves, believes his country can beat Argentina and progress to the last 16.
“I think Cape Verde can beat Argentina 1-0,” the president said in an exclusive interview with the BBC. “We are playing to win… when expectations are low regarding a team, and if that team has the urge to win, it is possible. A small nation like Cape Verde should make an effort to always do that – to permanently surprise people. We have a 100% chance to win against Argentina.”
Cape Verde are unbeaten in the tournament, drawing all three of their group stage matches, including a 0-0 draw against Spain. The president added that they will face Messi and Argentina with the same determination.
“We went to this World Cup to write our own destiny, which is, facing champions. So, we are going to face Argentina and Messi with the same determination, same will, and with a desire to win and reach the next phase,” he added.
Argentina boss Lionel Scaoni, meanwhile, has warned his players not to underestimate Cape Verde before the clash.
Edited by Ezekiel Olamide