So Argentinian soccer legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football after a penalty shootout defeat in the final of the Copa America. And needless to say, the news sent shock waves across the football universe. While many soccer fans are slamming him for his decision, some are yet to come in terms with the shock.
But wait, amid all the debates and discussions, people on Twitter had something else in store. What better than trolling Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi for Messi’s retirement announcement. See any connection?
Well, after the soccer legend announced his decision to hang up his boots, Twitteratti randomly took a jibe at Afridi who is infamous for his frequent ‘I retire from world cricket’ announcements and his even more frequent comebacks.
And here are some of the most interesting reactions after Shahid Afridi also became a trending topic on Twitter:
Dear Lionel Messi
We have shahid afridi He retires everydayAnd comes back every day Be like Afridi #comebacklio— Muhammad UxMan (@UxMan93) June 27, 2016