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The Hidden Meaning Behind Lionel Messi Wearing A Black Cloak To Lift The World Cup

The Hidden Meaning Behind Lionel Messi Wearing A Black Cloak To Lift The World Cup

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The Hidden Meaning Behind Lionel Messi Wearing A Black Cloak To
Lift The World Cup

Argentina has done it. They have won the 2022 FIFA world cup.
After years of heartbreak and near misses, the cup is finally
theirs. The next time they take to the field, expect to see three
stars on their badge. For their superstars on the field itself,
no one could deny that it was all about Messi cementing his GOAT
status. This certainly made it the best world cup final ever and
in truth, it was like the climax of a great movie. Messi, the
chosen one, has finally banished his demons and has fulfilled the
promise he made to Diego Maradona and the people of Argentina.

After wild celebrations in and around the Lusail stadium, the
whole world settled down once again to witness the awards
ceremony and trophy lift. Predictably, Argentina swept all the
individual awards bar the golden boot which went to Kylian
Mbappe. Soon enough, all the medals were given out and it was
time for Messi to carry the trophy over to his teammates. But
just before he could get his hands on the world cup, the Emir of
Qatar, Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani put a Bisht on the Argentina
captain and helped him to wear it.

The Bisht, a traditional Arab cloak has been worn for centuries
during special occasions. It is viewed as a sign of appreciation
and respect in the Arab world and is typically worn by top
officials such as politicians, sheikhs and other high-status
individuals.