Why is 'Lionel Messi dead' trending?

The Argentine footballer is still alive, but 'Lionel Messi dead' is trending on social media.

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Global football icon Lionel Messi performs as a forward for Inter Miami and the national team.

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An illustrious career that has included victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and a record-breaking $1 billion playing career earnings.

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Hailing from Rosario, he was born in 1987, where he was 36 when Lionel Messi played for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.

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"Lionel Messi dead" on social media raised questions about his health.

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However, he has become the victim of a Lionel Messi death hoax, which has football fans worried.

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Seeing the news that he is in good health, the footballer rejected the fake news and reassured everyone by posting the post.

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Lionel Messi also uploaded a promotional photo for The Messi Store, proving that he is good.

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