The Unforgettable Delivery to Lionel Messi’s House
The city of Funes in Santa Fe has been abuzz with excitement ever since soccer superstar Lionel Messi and his family settled in the private Kentucky neighborhood for their vacation before his debut with his new club, Inter Miami. During their days of rest, it was revealed that Messi is a fan of churros and often orders them for delivery to enjoy with his wife and children. Recently, a delivery man’s story went viral as he had the incredible opportunity to bring Messi his favorite treat and experienced a moment he will never forget.
A Dream Come True for Juan Pablo
Juan Pablo, the delivery man, had the honor of handing over three dozen stuffed churros with dulce de leche, pastry cream, and Nutella to Messi. In an interview with Ernest Tenembaum for his radio program “And now who can help us?” on Radio With You, Juan Pablo shared the emotional audio message he sent to his mother, recounting the extraordinary encounter that quickly spread across the internet. Initially, he had no idea he was delivering to Messi’s house, and the thought of entering a private neighborhood made him uneasy.
An Unexpected Meeting with Antonella Roccuzzo
However, everything changed when Juan Pablo knocked on the door and was greeted by none other than Antonella Roccuzzo, Messi’s wife. Overwhelmed with excitement, he could hardly believe his luck.
The Delivery Man’s Account
Tenembaum interviewed Juan Pablo, who provided more details about the unforgettable encounter. Juan Pablo shared, “I still can’t believe what happened. At first, I didn’t want to go to Kentucky or other private neighborhoods because they often involve time-consuming security checks. But when I arrived at the entrance and saw the crowd, I thought, ‘Wouldn’t it be amazing if I bumped into Messi?’ The security personnel asked me where I was going, and when I mentioned the lot number, they exclaimed, ‘You came lucky today! Do you know whose house you’re going to? To the champion!’ I thought they were joking with me.”
A Surreal Moment
Juan Pablo described Messi’s residence as a “mansion” and noticed several patrol cars and fans eagerly waiting to catch a glimpse of the soccer legend. He honked his horn, but when no one came out, he nervously approached the door. Messi’s friend opened it, and Juan Pablo’s voice trembled as he recalled the encounter. In the distance, he spotted Messi and raised his hand in greeting. However, he respected their privacy and only asked if he could take a photo, to which he was informed that Messi was with friends.
Setting the Record Straight
Addressing the rumors surrounding the encounter, Juan Pablo clarified, “They say that I greeted Messi, hugged his wife and son, but no, that didn’t happen. I would have loved it, but it’s not true.” He also humorously mentioned that while many wondered about the tip he received, what mattered least to him was the money. Instead, he wished for a photo with Messi as a token of the unforgettable experience.
A Dream Deferred
Reflecting on his own aspirations, Juan Pablo shared that he once dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. However, a life-altering accident prevented him from pursuing that path. Despite the setback, he remains determined to move forward and pursue further studies.
A Hope for the Future
When asked if he would deliver churros to Messi again if given the opportunity, Juan Pablo eagerly replied, “I hope the opportunity arises, and I can meet him once more.”
