Rival fans mock Lionel Messi with the "FIFA's Princess" meme, portraying him as favored by FIFA

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Rival fans mock Lionel Messi with the "FIFA's Princess" meme, portraying him as favored by FIFA. The meme originated after the 2022 World Cup, with accusations of biased refereeing. It depicts Messi in princess attire, often with AI-generated images. The nickname resurged during the 2026 World Cup due to controversial calls involving Argentina, fueling online football rivalries.


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