Even if Kylian Mbappe scored a spectacular goal, PSG’s unexpected 3-1 loss to Lyon was only hours before Lionel Messi and his family left for Saudi Arabia. Even though PSG is still five points ahead of its rivals in the league, the game, which took place at the Parc des Princes, was their sixth defeat of the year. Achraf Hakimi was sent off, and Lyon’s goals came from Enzo Le Fée, Darwin Yongwa, and Bamba Dieng.

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Messi departed for the Middle East after the game, where he is anticipated to stay for a few days. He was seen at the Riyadh airport, where Al Nassr, his longtime foe, currently plays.

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As part of his responsibilities as a Saudi tourist ambassador, Messi is making his third trip to Saudi Arabia. Prior to returning in January for a friendly match against Ronaldo’s Riyadh XI, he traveled to Jeddah to witness the Red Sea.

“I am delighted to welcome Ambassador Lionel Messi of Saudi Tourism and his family on their second visit to Saudi Arabia,” said Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb.

Messi expressed his surprise at the amount of greenery in Saudi Arabia on social media before to his departure, writing: “Who knew Saudi Arabia had so much vegetation? I like taking advantage of any opportunity to learn about its surprising wonders. According to reports, Messi could make over $25 million a year by encouraging travel to the nation.