Lionel Messi’s bodyguard stunned fans after rushing onto the field to protect the Argentine player from aggressive fans.
The match between Sporting KC and Inter Miami attracted attention at the end of the match. Accordingly, in injury time, players from both teams rushed to dispute the ball.
While the ball was not yet out of play, suddenly a bodyguard dressed in all black quickly ran onto the field. This guard ran like an arrow, surprising everyone.
Turns out, he noticed an enthusiastic fan entering the field to approach Lionel Messi. When everyone didn’t realize anything, the bodyguard quickly got to work..
The fan successfully approached Messi and gave number 10 a friendly hug. Although El Pulga appeared surprised, he did not react too vehemently.
The Argentinian star pleased the fans to the fullest even though the bodyguard rushed to stop him.
Quick steps helped the security guard catch the unexpected guest.
It is known that the bodyguard’s name is Yassine Chueko. According to The Sun, it took Chueko less than five seconds to run across 2/3 of the width of the field and resolve the situation. Fun teasing on social networks, a fan commented that this guy runs faster than Kylian Mbappe.
According to La Nacion, Chueko is a veteran of the United States Army and served in Iraq and Afghanistan as a Navy SEAL. He was asked by David Beckham to be Messi’s bodyguard.
It is known that there is a 50-member team, led by Chueko, working around the clock to ensure Messi is kept safe in Miami.
During matches, Chueko’s responsibilities include patrolling the perimeter of the field and tracking Messi’s every move.