According to the announcement from the Baix Llobregat institution, the Argentine legend has officially acquired full ownership of UE Cornellà, a third-division side based in Catalonia, not far from where he spent the majority of his iconic career with FC Barcelona.

The deal reportedly sees Messi take 100% control of the club’s operations, marking one of the most unexpected post-playing career developments for a still-active global superstar. Despite currently playing for Inter Miami CF in the United States, this latest move signals a strong personal and emotional return to the Spanish football landscape.

UE Cornellà has long been known as a modest but respected club in Catalonia, with a strong reputation for youth development and grassroots competitiveness against bigger regional names like Barcelona and Espanyol.

With Messi now at the helm, expectations are already rising that the club could undergo a major transformation—potentially evolving into a high-level development hub for emerging talent across Spain and beyond.

For supporters of UE Cornellà, the so-called “Messi era” brings more than just headlines. It promises increased visibility, potential investment, and a global spotlight that few third-division clubs could ever imagine.

While Messi continues his playing career in the United States, this bold step into ownership suggests he is already shaping a new legacy—this time from the boardroom rather than the pitch.

🚨 BREAKING: Lionel Messi buys Spanish 3rd division club UE Cornellà. ✍🏼

Catalunya based club will be owned by Leo Messi for its 100%. pic.twitter.com/urf1oCXgZe

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 16, 2026

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The newly crowned world champion, Lionel Messi, has received a congratulatory message from Gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo.

Chinwo used her social media account to congratulate the Argentine footballer on his success in the 2022 World Cup Final.

Remember that Messi won the World Cup after Argentina defeated France on penalties, claiming victory for the first time since 1986.

In a message shared on her official Instagram page, the gospel minister praised Messi and said he is extremely blessed.

She wrote, “Messi Mercy is blessed oh. It is a season of back to back CONGRATULATIONS for you and yours.

“Congratulations Messi Chukwu @leomessi aka THEGOAT, we love you.”

 

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The PSG superstar also won the Golden Ball award after being named the competition’s top player.

Meanwhile, Lionel Messi’s first Instagram post after winning the World Cup has become the most-liked image in the social media platform’s history.

The Argentine entered this World Cup knowing it would probably be his final opportunity to win the highest award in football.

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The striker scored seven goals, including two in the championship game, to help Argentina win in a spectacular manner, cementing his status as the game’s all-time greatest player.

Messi’s victory was applauded by football fans around the world, not only in Argentina, who were happy to see him finally win a world title.

That was extremely clear in his Instagram post, which has since surpassed the 53 million likes of the infamous world record egg picture in terms of the number of likes.

“I dreamt it so many times, I wanted it so much that I still can’t believe it,” Messi said in his post.

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M.I Abaga (The Guy), a stage name for Jude Abaga, has offered his view on who, out of Messi and Ronaldo, is the greatest player in history.

The award-winning rapper and music executive, who was captivated by Argentina’s exhibition of football brilliance versus Croatia on Tuesday, December 13th, 2022, took to social media to express his thoughts on the player.

Due to his outstanding contribution to the team’s victory, Messi, who yesterday guided his nation’s side to the final of the 2022 World Cup, was named man of the match.

Taking to Twitter, M.I Abaga urged football fans never to compare Messi to any other player in the world. According to the rapper, people who have been doing so have been committing blasphemy.

He wrote:

Please. Let us never ever compare again. Please.

Those of you who have been speaking blasphemy for years I pray that you are not smitten!!!!! What evil balderdash you spew!!!!! Messi is the effing goat

Please. Let us never ever compare again. Please.

— The Guy (@MI_Abaga) December 13, 2022

Those of you who have been speaking blasphemy for years I pray that you are not smitten!!!!! What evil balderdash you spew!!!!! Messi is the effing goat

— The Guy (@MI_Abaga) December 13, 2022

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Meanwhile, Mp3bullet.ng reported that In a recent interview, Grammy-winning artist Wizkid revealed who his favourite player is between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Wiz, who made it clear that he was not very interested in football, chose Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi as the country’s captain.

In a 2021 interview with Red TV radio, Big Wiz responded to this and a number of other entertaining topics.

The radio interview resurfaced on social media as the debate on who the Greatest Footballer Of All Time (GOAT) between Ronaldo and Messi dominated social media as a result of the FIFA World Cup 2022.

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With only one significant gap on his illustrious professional resume, Messi and his Argentina team are aiming to bring home their country’s third world championship.

While Croatia’s hope headed by captain Luka Modric is on the verge of proceeding to the final with 2 goals down in the first half.

Croatia, having lost 4 goals to France in the 2018 Russia World Cup final has shown strong determination since the commencement of the Qatar World Cup. Argentina on the other hand, has displayed similar commitment.

As it stands, Argentina already has a foot in the final and all it takes is to maintain its lead, nevertheless, the popular adage that goes “it is not over until it is over” could mean a sure twist of fate for the Croatian team.

Going by their long-time rivalry, their last clash at the World Cup was in Russia 2018, seeing Croatia nail Argentina three goals to nil in Group D.

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Let’s take a look at what the experts are saying about the first half:

@OptaJoe “13 – Since the 1966 edition, no player has scored or assisted in more different World Cup matches than Lionel Messi (13 – level with Ronaldo). Mesmerising.

@itvfootball Little bit of luck, but he won’t mind! ???? Julian Alvarez bags his third goal at this World Cup to put Argentina 2-0 up!! Croatia are going to need a stellar second half to turn this around… ????

@FabrizioRomano “Lionel Andrés Messi. 11 total goals at World Cup in his entire career. ✨???????? #Qatar2022Messi becomes Argentina’s all-time top goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history.

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In a recent interview, Grammy-winning artist Wizkid revealed who his favourite player is between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Imagine a renowned character in the entertainment industry also getting into a conversation with two legendary individuals in the world of football; that is exactly what happened when Wizkid disclosed his favourite players in Messi and Ronaldo.

Wiz, who made it clear that he was not very interested in football, chose Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi as the country’s captain.

In a 2021 interview with Red TV radio, Big Wiz responded to this and a number of other entertaining topics.

The radio interview resurfaced on social media as the debate on who the Greatest Footballer Of All Time (GOAT) between Ronaldo and Messi dominated social media as a result of the FIFA World Cup 2022.

Watch the interview here:

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In other news, has revealed that he prefers to associate with older people and attributes his personal development to doing so.

Biz Wiz used the example of his best friend, who was older than 40 when he was 11, to support his claim.

Wiz said in an interview with 10 Magazine Australia that growing up as the only guy in a household of 12 siblings had left him with a divided personality both inside and outside the house.

“I was mad,” he said of himself in childhood, eyes glinting. “But I was quiet at home. You know, growing up as a man, I can’t really talk to my sisters about certain things and have certain conversations.”

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Messi is said to have departed Barcelona after officials refused to satisfy his demands, prompting Kelechi, a prominent sports blogger, to wonder whether Arsenal fans are permitted to fantasise about seeing Messi play for the Gunners.

DJ Cuppy reacted by promising to personally give Kelechi N10 million if his hopes of seeing Messi at Arsenal came true, and we’re guessing what she’ll get out of that if Messi does end up at Arsenal.

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The Disc Jockey used to be an Arsenal supporter before switching to Manchester United.

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