Published on 23/10/2026 – 7:27 GMT+2
Leo Messi has arrived in Oviedo, where he will be presented with the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports on Friday. The Argentine icon touched down in the Asturian capital on Thursday to a rapturous welcome from hundreds of fans, generating huge excitement among supporters.
Messi arrived in the city around 13:00, accompanied by his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo. He was greeted by the director of the Princess of Asturias Foundation, Teresa Sanjurjo, amid applause and the sound of bagpipes. The Inter Miami forward also spent a few minutes signing shirts and photographs for his admirers.
The excitement over his visit was also reflected in the surrounding events. Tickets for Messi’s meeting with young people and schoolchildren at Oviedo’s Palacio de los Deportes sold out in just 13 minutes, highlighting the high interest in his appearance. The awards ceremony will take place this Friday at the Teatro Campoamor.
The Argentine, who has collected 47 titles throughout his career, has been honored with the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in recognition of both his sporting achievements and his commitment to children.
The jury praised his talent, his career and his charitable work that improves access to education and healthcare for disadvantaged children.
Additional sources • María Muñoz Morillo
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