Lionel Messi Bursts Into Tears After Receiving Spine-Tingling Standing Ovation From Family And Former Teammates

Lionel Messi broke down in tears after he received a spine-tingling ovation from his family, former teammates and media during his farewell press conference.

Messi addressed his shock exit from Barcelona at an emotional presser at the Camp Nou on Sunday.

He explained the situation that sees him leave the La Liga club following 21 glorious years.

After giving his side of his departure, Messi received a standing ovation from everyone inside the room, with the 34-year-old reduced to tears in a hugely emotional moment.

His wife, his kids and his ex-teammates including Gerard Pique, as well as past legends, gave him a touching send off.

On leaving Barca, he said: "The renewal? It was all done and at the last moment due to the La Liga issue, it couldn't be done.

"It's exactly like how Laporta explained it. I did everything possible to stay.

"Last year I didn't want to stay and I said it. This year I wanted to stay and I couldn't."

Topics: Football News, Football, Barcelona, Lionel Messi

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