Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez raise eyebrows as they try to succeed on the padel tennis court

Argentina Football icon Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez recently made headlines off the pitch, captivating fans around the world with a spirited padel tennis match.

The duo’s friendly encounter, captured on video, quickly went viral on social media platforms, creating excitement among fans ahead of the 2024 Copa America kick-off.

Messi’s surprising padel skills with his right hand

In a surprising twist, Messiknown for his left-footed ability on the football field, showed his versatility by playing padel with his right hand.

This unexpected adjustment added a layer of intrigue to the match, prompting a flood of reactions from fans and football analysts alike.

The viral video isn’t just highlighted Messis agility that goes beyond football, but also underlined his enduring appeal as a global sporting icon.

Known for his humility, Messi previously announced his love of padel tennis, albeit with a self-effacing acknowledgment of his skills.

“I’m not very good at padel tennis. I enjoy playing it, but I’m just average,”Messi revealed in a recent interview, in which he reflected on his hobbies outside of football.

Messi and Argentina aim to take home the Copa America

If Argentina prepares to defend them Copa America title, Messis informal outing with Suarez offered a refreshing insight into the personal lives of these football legends.

The upcoming tournament is of great importance for Argentina and their star player, with high expectations as they prepare for the showdown Canada in their opening match.

Fans are eagerly awaiting Messis performance on the pitch, where his leadership and skills will be crucial Argentina ambitions within Copa America 2024.

The match against Canada marks a crucial beginning for the team, aiming to build on their previous success under Messis captaincy.