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The statue of Lionel Messi was vandalized in Argentina
01.12.2025
The statue of Lionel Messi, the striker of the Argentine national team, was vandalized in Mar del Plata. The football player's statue was attacked and split into two parts. The statue was at the entrance of El Nuevo Mundial Cafe. Early Sunday morning, two unknown persons pushed the statue, as a result of which it broke. The circumstances of the incident are currently being investigated. Also, an assessment will be made as to whether the statue, which has been vandalized for the second time, can be restored.