Bashir Ahmad criticises Messi over Benin player's selfie attempt in final Argentina match

Bashir Ahmad, a former aide to ex-president Muhammadu Buhari, has criticised Lionel Messi for how he responded when a Benin player tried to take a selfie with him. The episode unfolded during Messi's farewell appearance for the Argentina national team. A Benin player attempted to snap a photo with the 39-year-old, interrupting the occasion. In the match, Messi scored once and supplied two assists as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in his final game for the Albiceleste. After the full-time whistle, Messi shook hands with Benin's players and tried to savour his last moments on the pitch as an Argentina player. However, one Benin player appeared eager to pose with Messi for a selfie. Messi did not seem willing to take a photo and looked visibly annoyed at the Benin player. Benin's Amiro Amadou eventually stepped in and got his teammate to back off. Several people have taken issue with Messi's reaction and accused him of lacking humility. Sharing the video, Bashir Ahmad wrote: "We stayed up for most of the night to celebrate Lionel Messi as he played his final game for Argentina. But honestly, this isn’t good from him, for someone whose supporters constantly describe him as one of the most humble players."