Messi's wife, Antonella, posted a tribute to the Barcelona star on Instagram ahead of the World Cup friendlies. Messi travelled to Manchester to join his national team before matches against Italy and Spain in the lead up to the summer tournament.
Ruccozzo captioned the image ''Happy day Papi. We love you so much!!! Thanks for being the best dad in the world!''
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The Barcelona striker will play Italy at the Etihad Stadium later this week before flying to Spain in an international friendly at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.
Argentina have not won the FIFA World Cup since 1986 and will be looking to chase the elusive title.