Lionel Messi wore the conventional Qatari ‘Bisht’ prior to lifting the FIFA World Cup prize after Argentina crushed France in the last.
Lionel Messi won his first FIFA World Cup title with Argentina’s victory over France on Sunday, further cementing his status as the “GOAT.”
Before the World Cup in Qatar, Messi had competed in four tournaments, but he had never won the “biggest prize in world football.”
But now was the time for him to shine
However, the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, gave Messi a ceremonial robe before he could take home the World Cup trophy.
Many people were perplexed by the hosts’ gesture, but there was a reason for it.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the Emir of Qatar Sheik Tamim canister Hamad Al Thani remained on the show platform before Messi, the chief of the Argentina group, was to lift the prize.
When Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani placed the robe on Messi’s shoulders, the Argentine maestro appeared pleased with himself.
When and what is a “Bisht” worn?
The robe is a traditional Qatari “Bisht,” worn on special occasions by politicians, wealthy people, religious scholars, and others.
Arab News reports that no garment is considered superior to the “Bisht” when it comes to distinguishing oneself during such grand occasions.
The Bisht is typically worn on special occasions in Qatar.
For Messi, winning the FIFA World Cup for the first time in his career was undoubtedly a crowning achievement.
Additionally, the attire is typically reserved for socially prominent individuals.
When asked about the “Bisht,” Qatar’s tournament organizing committee secretary general
Hassan Al Thawadi was cited as saying, “It is a dress for an official occasion and worn for celebrations.”
Messi was honored in this way
“Our Arab and Muslim culture could be shown to the world during the World Cup.
This was a celebration of the region, not Qatar.
Even though Messi didn’t seem to have any trouble donning the “Bisht,” the football world has had a wide range of reactions to the event.
The G.O.A.T. debate is the most contentious topic in football, generating both strong opinions and a great deal of disagreement.
The debate frequently elevates one player while degrading another, pushing people to extreme positions due to fan loyalty.
In the end, the “greatness” of players from different generations and situations cannot be measured objectively.
What is feasible to do, notwithstanding, is to have a discussion that regards footballing setting prior to making an educated assessment.
Football’s first global superstar was Pele
He scored a staggering 757 goals in 831 official games, making him one of the highest-paid athletes of his time (1956-1977).
Pele was also an underrated creative player who had a World Cup record of 8 assists.
He is the only player to have won the World Cup three times in four attempts—in 1958, 1962, and 1970.