Football Icon, Lionel Messi is currently making headlines even outside the football pitch.
The former Barcelona superstar had the internet in a bind after making a surprise appearance in a teaser for the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day teaser.
In the clip, the football icon searches for Spider-Man before coming face-to-face with Holland’s Peter Parker, making just a handful of spoken words. Overall, the 39-year-old spoke 5 words and pocketed a stunning $15 million as per reports.
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FACT CHECK: Did Messi earn $15million from Spiderman cameo?
There is no official confirmation that Messi was paid $15 million for the cameo. Neither Marvel Studios nor Messi’s representatives have commented on the reports, while major international media outlets have not independently verified the figure.
