The Unseen Hero: Messi's Bodyguard in Action

Sophia Moonstone

Updated Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a captivating video titled "Messi's Bodyguard," viewers get an inside look at the indispensable role played by Lionel Messi's right-hand man. The video showcases the bodyguard's seamless ability to protect the football superstar, all while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.

The comments section reveals widespread admiration for the bodyguard's skills. One user quips, "It's a Messi job, but somebody's gotta do it." Another points out, "He tbh seems pretty good. He stops the people but he doesn't beat them up, pushes them more than necessary. Just contains them/stops them. That said I'm happy not having any need for this."

Not all users envy Messi's fame, as one comment reads, "Precisely why I do not ever want to be famous....only rich." Another user humorously advises, "No touchy."

The video also sparks curiosity about the dynamics among Messi's teammates and the broader implications of celebrity worship. A comment ponders, "I wonder what his teammates think of all the attention he gets. Also, celebrity worship and sports obsession are weird."

There's a moment in the video where the bodyguard almost seems to block the referee, prompting the comment, "The one part looks like the bodyguard is going to block the ref." Another user simply states, "What a pro."

Questions arise about Messi's own reactions to his bodyguard’s actions. "Is Messi instructed not to move away or react, or is he just so used to this that he doesn’t even flinch anymore when people rush toward him?" asks one commenter. Others appreciate the bodyguard's methods: "I appreciate that he's diligent, but never violent with the fans," and "Good at his job. Immediate reaction, no more force than is necessary."

The video also highlights the bizarre lengths some fans will go to, as one comment notes, "I can't imagine being so obsessed with someone that doesn't even know or care that you exist that you run out onto the field or feel the need to touch them."

Additional comments range from acknowledging the bodyguard's intimidating presence—"That dude is probably terrifying"—to praising his athleticism: "Quite the athlete" and "He seems badass." One user adds a touch of humor, saying, "I like to think they're roommates too."

In summary, "Messi's Bodyguard" offers a fascinating glimpse into the high-stakes world of protecting one of football's greatest players. The video leaves a lasting impression of both admiration for the bodyguard's professionalism and a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding celebrity and fandom.

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Top Comments from Imgur

Burgundee

It's a Messi job, but somebody's gotta do it.

Mohareb

He tbh seems pretty good. He stops the people but he doesn't beat them up, pushes them more than necessary. Just contains them/stops them. That said i'm happy not having any need for this

rouzuki

Precisely why I do not ever want to be famous....only rich.

RustyRedbeard

no touchy

tinydog

I wonder what his teammates think of all the attention he gets. Also, celebrity worship and sports obsession are weird.

Thewulasvegas

The one part looks like the body guard is going to block the ref.

mity0k23

What a pro

briham86

Is Messi instructed not to move away or react, or is he just so used to this that he doesn’t even flinch anymore when people rush toward him?

JaketheLate

I appreciate that he's diligent, but never violent with the fans.

invisibulman

Good at his job. Immediate reaction, no more force than is necessary.

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