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A fascinating development in the world of sports and esports, international soccer legend Lionel Messi has broadened his horizons by joining the ownership of Krü Esports. The news was made on Tuesday, and the gaming world is already talking about it.
The announcement of Messi’s co-ownership was revealed in a video uploaded by Sergio Leonel Agüero, the creator and owner of Krü and a well-known Argentine football player. The film captures the enthusiasm over this partnership that has received over 10 million views in a matter of hours.
Messi himself adds a comment toward the conclusion of the video, saying, “Ok, let’s play.” This little sentence captures the excitement and passion that Messi and Krü Esports have for working together.
Messi’s official listing as a co-owner on Krü Esports’ Instagram profile confirms his involvement in this new endeavor. As fellow professional soccer players from Argentina, Agüero and Messi are connected to Kruˈ.
Agüero, the creator of Krü Esports back in 2020, expressed his delight at having Messi join the organization. He told Esports Illustrated, “I’m happy to share a club with Leo, of course now in a new stage and with other challenges. It’s an honor to have him as a part of Krü. He’s the best footballer in history, and he’s also a great friend. He is a figure who inspires everyone and will be a great addition to the scene as a whole.”
Presently supported by Visa, Krü Esports has esports teams playing well-known games like Rocket League (Epic Games) and Valorant (a shooter from Riot Games).The company also employs a small number of content creators…
Another important development in the fusion of gaming and sports is Lionel Messi’s foray into the esports realm. He becomes the latest soccer player to embrace esports. Prominent figures in esports include David Beckham, Virgil Van Dijk, Casemiro, David De Gea, and Jesse Lingard, all of whom have started or are actively participating in esports.
Messi’s impact extends beyond the soccer field, and his involvement in the esports scene, which combines traditional sports and video games, adds even more excitement to this booming sector.