How Messi’s Presence Causes His Godson and Aguero’s Son Benjamin to ‘Shake’

How Messi’s Presence Causes His Godson and Aguero’s Son Benjamin to ‘Shake’

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at June 26, 2023 at 7:22 AM
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  • Benjamin Aguero remains in awe of Lionel Messi, despite their personal connection
  • Benjamin, son of Kun Aguero and grandson of Diego Maradona, is also the godson of Messi, truly inheriting football in his veins
  • He recently slammed PSG after the club bid his godfather farewell

Sergio Aguero's son, Benjamin has openly admitted that he is awestruck anytime he comes into contact with Lionel Messi, despite knowing him on a personal level.

The connection between Sergio and Leo extends beyond the confines of the football pitch. Their long-standing friendship has resulted in Messi taking on the role of a godfather to Benjamin, further solidifying their familial ties.

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Sergio Aguero's son, Benjamin, claims he is always star-struck when he meets Messi. Photo credit: @brftooball/Twitter aguerobenja19/Instagram
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Despite this special relationship, Benjamin remains unable to contain his awe and wonder whenever he finds himself in the presence of the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner.

Benjamin admitted that every encounter with the Argentine maestro leaves him star-struck, regardless of their familiarity.

In the eyes of the younger Aguero, Messi remains an awe-inspiring figure, a constant source of admiration and wonderment.

"I know that [Messi] is my father's best friend, but when I greet him, I am another fan. My hands shake when I greet him," Benjamin said, as quoted by ESPN.

The outspoken teenager recently garnered attention on Instagram, where he boasts an impressive following of 1.6 million users.

He did not shy away from expressing his thoughts and caused a stir with a scathing comment aimed at Paris Saint-Germain following the club's farewell to Lionel Messi, talkSPORT reports.

Benjamin aims dig at PSG

Benjamin took shots at Paris Saint-Germain via social media soon after Messi's exit from the club was announced.

Benjamin stated that his godfather was too big for the club, and some fans have since picked up the comment.

He wrote: "He [Messi] was too big for you.”

Aguero dreams of Messi reunion

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Sergio Aguero has revealed that he wants to see Lionel Messi play in the Kings League.

He admitted that it has not been a conversation with his best friend yet, but he hopes it will become a reality soon.

The Kings League is a seven-a-side football league started by Gerard Pique in 2022 after his retirement from Barcelona. The league has gained a good following quickly and has seen many top players play a part.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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