Messi Autism Speculation / Messi Is Autistic

Messi Autism Speculation , also known as Messi Is Autistic , refers to a viral discussion as to whether or not pro Argentine footballer Lionel Messi is autistic or on the autism spectrum. Many internet users have cited claims that Messi was diagnosed with Asperger's as a child, however, these claims are unconfirmed. Amid the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and after team Argentina's victory , discourse surfaced en masse on Twitter and TikTok about Messi's supposed autism. Going into 2022, compilations of Messi purportedly showing his autism in games and elsewhere notably surfaced online. Many users made fun of the Messi autism compilations on Twitter and elsewhere. The original rumor surfaced in Brazilian media in 2013.