"Messi" shows generosity! Donates 3 million baht to help restore Madrid forest after severe wildfire damage.
On 5 August 2026, Lionel Messi, the Argentine football superstar, impressed once again off the field by donating 80,000 euros, approximately 3 million baht, to help restore the Sierra Oeste de Madrid area in Spain, which was heavily damaged by the recent wildfires.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Madrid Autonomous Community, confirmed this donation and expressed her thanks to the Argentine captain for stepping in to help during the crisis affecting the region.
Reports state that the entire donation will be used to restore the forest areas burned by the fires, as well as to support technical assistance for municipalities impacted by the disaster, aiming to accelerate ecosystem recovery and alleviate the hardships faced by local residents.
This donation reflects Messi's role as a world-class athlete who not only inspires on the playing field but also commits to giving back to society and aiding those affected by crises.