Lionel Messi and his Argentina colleagues arrived in Peru in the evening of October 16 (local time) in order to get ready for the game against the national team of that nation.Thousands of Peruvian fans turned out to greet Messi at the airport and on the streets, producing an incredible sight, according to Tyc Sports.

The group needed roughly forty minutes to travel to the pre-arranged hotel because of the congested roadways.Even though it was already 11 p.m., a large number of spectators were gathered outside and were chanting “Messi” nonstop.Superstar Messi went to the window and waved to greet the supporters in return for their devotion.

Lionel Messi and the Argentinian players arrived in Peru on the evening of October 16

Hours earlier, fans had gathered to welcome Messi and his teammates

Fans surrounded the bus carrying the Argentina team

Crowded scene outside the team hotel

Messi waves to the fans in Peru

Ole said that on October 17, the entire Argentina team would take a day off from training in order to relax.On October 18, the Argentina vs. Peru game will kick off at nine in the morning.

Messi may still be able to participate in the aforementioned match.The 36-year-old striker has been out of action for the last month or so due to health issues.Messi only made one appearance in the most recent match against Paraguay, as a substitute.

Argentina has won each of the first three of the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches thus far. They are goalless as of now and have scored five goals.