Soccer great Lionel Messi has joined NetJets as an ambassador ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 which begins in June.
Lionel Messi has joined NetJets as a brand ambassador.
The world’s largest private jet operator shared the news via social media.
The partnership with the footballer includes invitation-only events for clients.
NetJets President Patrick Gallagher posted, “Just in time for the World Cup, we are making intentional strides into the world’s most popular sport.”
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins in June.
Matches will be played in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Gallagher added, “And who better to partner with than the one and only Lionel Messi?!?!”
The post noted, “Last week, NetJets hosted a once-in-a-lifetime youth soccer clinic with the GOAT himself at Inter Miami CF’s home stadium.”
Gallagher continued, “Watching these aspiring players participate in the NetJets Camp Messi Experience was so much fun.”
He added, “I’m excited for more game-changing moments in the future with our newest NetJets Brand Ambassador. #OnlyNetJets.”
In a separate post, Europe Marketing Director Janane Haddad-Moretti wrote, “Seeing the next generation take part in The NetJets Camp Messi Experience made for a truly special moment.”
It was a busy week for Gallagher.
He was also in Montreal to accept the company’s first Global 8000.
It now has 88 of the ultra-long-range private jets.
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