Yes, the story is 100% true.
In late 2007, 20-year-old Messi did a charity calendar shoot at Camp Nou for Diario Sport, FC Barcelona Foundation & UNICEF. Lamine Yamal’s family (from Rocafonda, Mataró) won the raffle. Photographer Joan Monfort took the photos of Messi gently bathing ~5-month-old Lamine in a plastic tub.
They resurfaced in 2024 when his dad posted them. Confirmed by Monfort himself + AP, BBC, etc. Wild full-circle moment.
@viewsoff Directly underneath the full moon light . Can’t ask for a better view.. This time in southern Italy, right at the “toe” of the boot 🇮🇹 #grateful
Perfect weekend ! 🌊✨ yoga by the shore, peaceful meditation, indulged in delicious local food and explored amazing art galleries. Grateful for the beauty and creativity here! #LagunaBeach#WellnessDay#OceanVibes#familylove