After winning the Qatar 2022 World Cup with Argentina, Lionel Messi hasn't received the best treatment from PSG fans. Whether it all started when France lost the tournament's final or when the club failed again at the Champions League, Messi has been the target to release their frustration.
PSG will probably win Ligue 1, but their performances have been very irregular leaving the door open for a possible surprise by teams with less powerful rosters such as Olympique Marseille, Lens or AS Monaco. Of course, the biggest disappointment came in the Round of 16 at the Champions League when PSG were no match for Bayern Munich. Once more, no trophy to show for in the most prestigious European competition.
This weekend, after Lionel Messi returned from his games with Argentinaduring the FIFA window, PSG fans booed him again at Paris. Read here to check out the details of another episode which might lead Messi to leave Parc des Princes towards next season.
PSG fans boo Lionel Messi in game against Lyon
Though the crowd noise at Paris wasn't as strong as in some other occasions, Lionel Messi was clearly booed when his name was announced in PSG's starting lineup prior to the game against Lyon.
The difference is notorious if we compare the reaction from the fans when, for example, the name of Kylian Mbappe is announced at Parc de Princes. Though both stars have been crucial for PSG during the season, Lionel Messi is criticized and Mbappe supported.
Then, especially during the second half of the match, the PSG fans booed again when Lionel Messi couldn't make a play. It became harder as minutes passed by and PSG ended up losing 1-0 at home against Lyon. It wasn't the best performance by the star from Argentina and French fans made clear their opinion. Considering this scenario, it wouldn't be a surprise if Messi decides to leave the club during the summer.
Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a sports writer and analyst at Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, College Football, Soccer, Tennis, and Golf. With over 15 years of experience, he has served as a broadcaster, commentator, and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, FIFA Confederations Cup, World Baseball Classic, Pan American Games, PGA Tour, and ATP Tour. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.