On 3/7, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, reigning champions Argentina secured a 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in a match hailed as one of the most surprising of the World Cup 2026, delivering a roller coaster of emotions.

Antonela and her three children attended the match, cheering on Messi and his teammates from the stands. Post-game, she remained at the stadium to await her husband. Messi, having endured two grueling hours on the field, showed signs of exhaustion.

She later posted a photo with her children on her personal social media, captioned: "Go, Argentina". Following four matches in the World Cup 2026, Messi has scored 7 goals, accounting for 64% of Argentina's total. The national team is set to face Egypt in the round of 16.

Antonela and her three children cheer during the Argentina - Cape Verde match. Photo: Instagram/Antonela Roccuzzo

Antonela and Messi married in 2017 and have three sons, aged 14, 11, and 8. According to Forbes, Messi has a net worth of USD 1,1 billion, placing him among the top 3 highest-earning athletes globally.

On the player's birthday on 24/6, Antonela expressed her sentiments to her husband: "Happy birthday, my love. May you always be happy, today and forever. Our children and I have everything we need because we have you in this life. I love you endlessly."

The couple's love story has garnered significant attention from fans worldwide, with millions expressing that they are "melted" by the family's warm and happy moments.

Nhu Anh