In heartfelt moments following Argentina’s World Cup victory, Lionel Messi was spotted holding a sobbing woman.

According to Argentine sources, the mystery hugger has been identified as Antonia Farias, a beloved chef from Argentina.

According to the Argentinean newspaper Clarin, Messi, 35, was having a celebration with national team veteran Antonia.

After Sunday’s penalty shootout victory over France, footage surfaced showing him giving the tearful Antonia a firm embrace.

She raced over to the Argentina captain on the field, put her arms around his back, and wore an Argentina shirt.

When Messi recognized the person in front of him, his countenance brightened.

According to reports, the 42-year-old has spent the last ten years working as a chef for Argentina.

She goes on all of the team’s international excursions to prepare meals for the players.

Antonia attended last year’s Copa America success, the summer Finalissima victory over Italy at Wembley, and the World Cup victory in Qatar.

Additionally, Antonia received a cake for her birthday at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which coincided with Messi’s birthday.

In addition to her culinary prowess, the team reportedly adores Antonia for her upbeat disposition.

In contrast to his interaction with Salt Bae, it was therefore not surprising to see Messi look so happy when Antonia embraced him.

After the Lusail Stadium final, the famous chef somehow managed to get onto the field to nag Messi for a selfie.

Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their three sons, Thiago, 10, Mateo, seven, and Ciro, four, all joined him on the field.

The World Cup trophy was kissed by the family in unison as they celebrated.