Messi's new life: 30 years old, married & a renewal

Messi's new life: 30 years old, married & a renewal

J.Mª Casanovas
Antonela Rocuzzo y Leo Messi, tras su boda en Rosario
Antonela Rocuzzo y Leo Messi, tras su boda en Rosario | EFE

Lionel Messi's wedding trasmitted, above all, happiness. The photographs show that. Leo is the image of satisfaction. Antonela couldn't hide the fact it was the most important day of her life. The kisses between the two demonstrated much more than just love. It's the confirmation of a beautiful story, a long relationship; the culmination of a marriage which had to overcome many obstacles. They wed as they wanted, in their hometown, accompanied by their two sons, surrounded by friends and with the added calmness of an assured future ahead of them. Their life is like a tale of kings and princesses. A quiet, skinny 13-year-old left Europe and thanks to Barcelona became the best player in the world. His lifelong girlfriend, from Rosario like him, confirms that this is a movie script worthy of a Hollywood director. 

Messi's evolution has been spectacular. He's taken gigantic strides forward personally and professionally. First he became a footballer. Then a winner. With experience he became a leader. As a person, his metamorphosis has been similar. He was shy, quiet and distant. His character has also completely changed. Now he commands, leads and directs. He's started a family, is the father of two boys and has married his long-term partner. We're now seeing a mature Messi that knows what he wants and what he needs. He's earned enough money to not have to worry about that aspect anymore. He just wants peace and happiness.  

On June 24, he turned 30, an age of experience and consolidation. On June 30 he tied the knot with Antonela, the definitive revalidation of his family life. Following these two important moments in his life, Messi now just has to sign a new contract with Barça to commit the final years of his incredible career to the Catalan club. With these three things assured, he begins a new life.