Despite a busy World Cup schedule, Argentina captain Lionel Messi has expressed condolences and solidarity with the people of Venezuela affected by the devastating earthquake.
On June 26, two powerful earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela in quick succession. According to the latest reports, nearly two thousand people have died in this disaster.
In a video message, Messi said the people of Venezuela are going through a terrible ordeal. Expressing his love and support for them, he also showed sympathy for families searching for missing loved ones.
He said, "My support and love go out to those who cannot find their loved ones and are spending days in uncertainty." He also urged the people of Venezuela to stay strong.
Meanwhile, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo also stood by a child affected by the earthquake. In a video message posted on social media, he invited the child to one of his matches.
