Kolkata, June 24 -- Kolkata's Argentina Football Fan Club once again combined passion and tradition to celebrate football legend Lionel Messi's 38th birthday, in a heartwarming display of admiration and loyalty. The celebration, which has become an annual tradition for over two decades, drew a large gathering of fans on Tuesday.

This year's festivities were held at a local club ground adorned with sky blue and white flags--the colours of the Argentina national team. Messi's iconic No. 10 jersey was prominently displayed, and a 5-by-3-foot cake featuring the Argentine flag was the centrepiece of the event.

Chants of "Messi! Messi!" rang out as fans sang birthday songs, waved flags, and paid tribute to the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner. ...