Antonela Roccuzzo confirms meaning behind Lionel Messi's latest goal celebration
Lionel Messi pulled off a new goal celebration in Inter Miami's 3-1 win against Orlando City, and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo later confirmed its meaning on social media.
So far, so good for Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. The Argentine star not only has found a team where he can showcase his talent, but also a place where he feels comfortable with his family. Antonela Roccuzzo and his kids are always there on the sidelines, and Leo seems to enjoy it.
The 36-year-old celebrated with his wife and children after scoring the game-winning goal against Cruz Azul in his debut, and also after finding the net in his first start vs. Atlanta United.
That day, Messi scored twice, and he celebrated his second goal as a reference to Thor. In his latest appearance against Orlando City, the Inter Miami star once again imitated a Marvel superhero.
Messi’s recent celebration was a Black Panther reference, Antonela confirms
Though it didn’t spark too much debate as his previous celebration, Antonela made sure to confirm his husband’s celebration was a reference to Black Panther, the character played by the late Chadwick Boseman.
Instagram: antonelaroccuzzo
Messi is certainly having fun in the United States, having scored five goals in just three Leagues Cup games. In the meantime, he’s also making the most of having his family right by his side.
Martin O'Donnell is a bilingual sports writer fluent in English and Spanish, with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications. Since joining Bolavip in February 2021, he has extensively covered soccer, NFL, and NBA, specializing in real-time coverage of major events such as the World Cup, UEFA Champions League finals, and the Super Bowl. Martin’s prior experience includes managing social media for the CONMEBOL Libertadores and Sudamericana in English and reporting on Brazilian football for Sambafoot. At Bolavip, he is known for his meticulous coverage during critical sports seasons—covering trades, playoffs, and finals—and for keeping a close eye on soccer icons Lionel Messi at Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. His attention to detail and ability to capture breaking news have made him a valuable asset to the team.
