The incredible talent and dedication of Lionel Messi have brought him unparalleled success in football, making him an undeniable icon. After winning the Copa America and claiming victory at the 2022 World Cup, the 36-year-old striker continues to receive praise in both Argentina and around the world, where he is greatly admired by fans and fellow players alike.
Recently, there has been a movement to honor Lionel Messi in Santa Fe, the capital city of the Santa Fe province in northeastern Argentina. A vote was held and the majority of residents agreed to rename a new city located in the northwestern outskirts of the urban area to Lionel Messi City. This is a testament to the football player’s popularity and impact on the local community.
Now, the official decision confirming Lionel Messi’s name will belong to the Local City Council. Furthermore, residents of the previously named Barrio 42 have selected the Argentine legend as one of the four possible names, along with “Mi tierra, mi casa”, “Ara San Juan”, “Doctor Favaloro”, and “Las Colonias”.
In April, a new neighborhood was established in the northwest of this city and after a few months, residents were able to vote on a new name for the location. Damian Vritos, a member of the neighborhood committee, emphasized that the voting process was “historic” and thanked the city government for supporting this initiative.
Vritos explains that they have achieved two important goals. Firstly, they are the last neighborhood to be established. Secondly, they have formed a neighborhood committee and are currently deciding on a name for the neighborhood. This is a unique and significant accomplishment that will represent the future of the area. The neighborhood is home to many young, hardworking families who are extraordinary individuals with their own distinct style.
In the past, the legendary Diego Maradona was also honored similarly to Messi. In 2020, Maradona’s lawyer proposed to the Buenos Aires City Council to name a major street in the capital after him to forever commemorate his legacy with Argentine fans.
The decision was quickly approved by the Buenos Aires city council. The street leads from the center of Buenos Aires to the home stadium of the Argentinos Juniors football club, where Maradona began his career at the age of 15.