26 meters of greatness! The world's tallest statue of Lionel Messi unveiled in Argentina

The city of Cutral Co in Argentina’s Neuquén province hosted a grand unveiling of the world’s tallest statue of Lionel Messi. Towering at 26 meters, the monument sets a new global record, surpassing the previous 21-meter statue of Argentina’s captain that was erected in India.

During the inauguration, the city’s mayor emphasized that the monument is destined to become the region’s newest tourist landmark.

This is the only monument that truly reflects the greatness of our beloved Lionel. We are proud to be Argentinians and world champions. My thanks go to all the workers of Cutral Co, who crafted this masterpiece with their own hands,

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Hundreds of locals, tourists, and football fans flocked to the unveiling. The area around the statue was decked out with Argentinian flags and national team jerseys, turning the event into a real celebration for Messi’s devoted supporters.