On Wednesday, Lionel Messi joined his distinguished teammates Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba for a celebrity-filled charity event in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.

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A lively crowd of football fans eager to meet their heroes attended the event, which took place at the Baku Crystal Hall.

The French singer and composer Willy William, the well-known Romanian band Morandi, and the rhythm ensemble “Natiq” all performed during the evening. A special film showcasing Messi’s incredible football journey offered an exclusive look into the life of the famed star.

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Messi and his teammates signing soccer balls for the spectators added to the evening’s excitement. Proceeds from ticket sales will be given to deserving charities in keeping with the players’ pledge to give back.

While in Baku, Messi and his companions visited the Heydar Aliyev Center to pay their respects at the tomb of Azerbaijan’s most famous leader.

The grace of Karabakh horses, which are a symbol of beauty and might in Azerbaijan, also captivated them.

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