Messi returns to Argentina for rest after World Cup final loss to Spain

ROSARIO (ARGENTINA): (Jul 21) Lionel Messi arrived back in Argentina on Tuesday for a few days of rest following the World Cup final loss to Spain.

Messi’s private jet landed near his hometown of Rosario from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, at 6:27 am. Although many fans were waiting with signs and flags, he did not make a public appearance.

“The pain is immense, and this wound will take time to heal,” he posted on his social media  account.