Messi Arrives in Spain for 2026 Princess of Asturias Award
Lionel Messi has arrived in Spain to receive the Sports Award at the 2026 Princess of Asturias Awards, acknowledging his outstanding career and lasting impact on football. The Embassy of Spain in the United Kingdom confirmed his arrival in a post on X. Messi, accompanied by his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, greeted supporters outside their hotel.
He is scheduled to engage with students and the public at the Palacio de los Deportes on Thursday evening, followed by an official dinner with the King and Queen of Spain and other award recipients. The next day, events will commence with a royal reception at the Hotel Reconquista at 11:40 a.m., where honorees will receive commemorative pins and participate in an official group photo.
An official lunch will precede the awards ceremony at Teatro Campoamor at 6:30 p.m. Messi was selected for the award on June 3 from 27 candidates across 12 nationalities, recognized for his talent, sporting career, and charitable work.
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