Indian actor Gauahar Khan has drawn mixed reactions on social media after commenting on Lionel Messi following Argentina’s dramatic victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.
Argentina came from two goals down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and secure a place in the quarter-finals. The late comeback was widely described by fans as one of the tournament’s most memorable knockout-stage matches.
Social Media Post Draws Mixed Reactions
Following the match, Gauahar Khan reshared a video posted by a content creator on Instagram and included a caption that played on the similarity between the words “Messi” and “messy.”
The post quickly gained attention online, with users offering differing opinions. Some described it as a humorous play on words, while others, particularly football fans, criticized the remark as unnecessary and disrespectful toward the Argentine captain.
Fans Divided Online
The post prompted widespread discussion across social media platforms, with supporters and critics of Messi debating the actor’s comments. As of now, Gauahar Khan has not publicly responded to the reactions surrounding her post.
The incident comes as global attention remains focused on the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Argentina advancing to the quarter-finals after its comeback victory over Egypt.
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