Biden "bowed down" before Mesi to give him the highest civilian award in the USA, the Argentine excuses himself for his absence in the White House

Lionel Messi was decorated this Saturday by American President Joe Biden with the "Presidential Medal of Freedom", the highest civilian decoration in the United States of America (USA).

However, the Argentinian footballer who plays for Inter Miami did not attend the ceremony held at the White House in Washington DC and ended up justifying his absence with an official statement.

" The White House has notified FIFA, which has notified the club at the end of December, that Leo would be honored with this recognition medal ".

" Leo, through the club, sent a letter to the White House, saying that he felt deeply honored and that it would be a deep privilege to receive this medal of appreciation, but due to scheduling conflicts and prior commitments, he could not would be able to be present and emphasized that he hopes to be present in the future ".

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