Lionel Messi is in Argentina with the World Cup!

Lionel Messi and the Argentine National Team have landed in Buenos Aires after their impressive victory in the World Cup. Thousands of fans at the Ezeiza International Airport did not leave the footballers they saw as ‘heroes’ alone.

After beating France on penalties, Argentina managed to win the World Cup 36 years later and added the third star to their shield in the match, which ended with a 2-2 draw in regulation time and a 3-3 draw after extra time. After the historic victory, the Argentine convoy arrived in Argentina at first light this Tuesday morning after a 21-hour flight.

As soon as the plane door opened, Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni waved to the crowd, holding up a trophy.

Messi, who scored twice in the World Cup final at the Stade Lusais and finished the tournament with 7 goals, capped his sensational career with the World Cup. Unable to hold back the tears after the penalty shootout of Gonzalo Montiel’s victory, Scaloni hugged Messi as he got off the plane.

As soon as the players got off the plane, they jumped on an open-top bus that was waiting for them.

The plane, which began its journey at 05:00 in the morning in Argentina and was carrying the World Cup, flew to the Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires after refueling in Rome, the capital of Italy.

FANS WAITING TO CELEBRATE

There were two planes carrying the champions, including players, coaches, staff, and family members. After resting for a few hours, the Argentine soccer players will take the bus from the federation building and meet the public on the predetermined route. The ‘Champions’ will finally join the celebrations with tens of thousands of fans at the iconic obelisk in the center of the capital.

NATIONAL DAY ANNOUNCED

Fans in Buenos Aires filled the streets as they awaited the return of their national hero. Despite the flight’s late arrival, many continued to gather in front of the Argentine Football Association headquarters to greet the team.

ARGENTINE PEOPLE LEFT ON THE STREET IN THE MORNING

While some fans prefer to spend the night on the streets, the Argentine government declared it a national holiday to make it easier for the public to participate in the celebrations.