after his girlfriend, Antonella Roccuzzo, gave birth to a baby boy,
Thiago.
Messi set to become father
The 25-year-old was given permission to leave training this morning to
accompany his partner to USP Dexeus, a hospital in the city, after she
went into labor.
After several hours, the boy was born just after 5:00 p.m. local time,
with Roccuzzo surrounded by family and friends, including Messi's
parents, Jorge and Celia.
Despite becoming a father, Messi will be available for selection for
the Blaugrana against Celta Vigo on Saturday.
Source: Goal.com