Lionel Messi’s mum causes controversy by turning up to her son’s wedding in white dress as Barcelona star married Antonella Roccuzzo

Jul 01, 2017

LIONEL MESSI has married childhood sweetheart Antonella Roccuzzo in Argentina’s ‘wedding of the century’ — but it was the Barcelona superstar’s mum who made the headlines.

The duo tied the knot in Rosario, where both are from and the bride’s dress had been flown in on a private jet from Spain.

Lionel Messi's mum Celia Cuccittini arrives for son's wedding in white dress — Lionel Messi’s mum Celia Cuccittini arrives for son’s wedding in white dress

Lionel Messi's mum Celia Cuccittini with dad Jorge Messi and sister Maria Sol Messi — Lionel Messi’s mum Celia Cuccittini with dad Jorge Messi and sister Maria Sol Messi

However, Messi‘s mum Celia Maria Cuccittini appeared in a white frock — and was accused of trying to upstage the bride.

It was reported in Argentina that the two families had to book separate entire floors at the luxury hotel complex in Rosario as they are not on speaking terms.

In Argentina, it is considered extremely offensive for anyone other than the bride to wear white at a wedding.

But Cuccittini defied that tradition as she arrived on the red carped alongside husband Jorge Messi.

It had been rumoured in the build up to the ceremony that her dress would be “dark”.

Messi, 30, and Roccuzzo, 29, looked over the moon as they finally tied the knot in front of their young sons Thiago and Mateo.

Antonella Roccuzzo posted this picture of her and her new husband Lionel Messi on Instagram

Lionel Messi appeared with his Barcelona team-mate Neymar and former Barca pal Dani Alves at his wedding

Lionel Messi gives the thumbs up after marrying childhood sweetheart Antonella Roccuzzo in Rosario, Argentina

Lionel Messi and Antonella share a kiss on the red carpet as newlyweds after the marriage ceremony in Rosario, Argentina

The five-time Ballon d’Or-winner beamed as he enjoyed the special event with over 250 friends and family while a host of Barcelona stars from past and present were in attendance.

Premier League stars Cesc Fabregas and Sergio Aguero were present, while Barcelona legends Xavi Hernandez, Carles Puyol and Samuel Eto’o were also in town.

It has been reported guests have had mobile phones banned, staff sworn to secrecy and over 450 police officers have been brought in to manage the situation.

Argentinian media say there is tension between Messi’s family and his bride Antonella.

Lionel Messi and Antonella smile on the red carpet after completing their vows in front of family and friends

Lionel Messi gives a wave to the crowd and media at in Rosario

Pictures show Antonella's amazing wedding dress that had to be flown in especially from Spain by private jet — Pictures show Antonella’s amazing wedding dress that had to be flown in especially from Spain by private jet

Lionel Messi and Antonella share a kiss after their wedding ceremony

According to the Daily Mail, their relationship has been under strain for nearly seven years.

But it is believed the families have settled their differences for the wedding.

A menu which included steak, salad, sushi and pasta had reportedly been leaked for guests to feast their eyes on.

Lionel Messi looked proud as he walked hand-in-hand with his new bride

Antonella's dress was from Madrid designer Rosa Clara — Antonella’s dress was from Madrid designer Rosa Clara

Antonella's stunning dress is revealed in front of the cameras after the ceremony — Antonella’s stunning dress is revealed in front of the cameras after the ceremony

Former Liverpool forward Luis Suarez and wife Sofia dazzle on the red carpet after attending Lionel Messi and Antonella Roccuzzo's wedding — Former Liverpool forward Luis Suarez and wife Sofia dazzle on the red carpet after attending Lionel Messi and Antonella Roccuzzo’s wedding

Sergio Aguero and his partner Karina Tejeda

Cesc Fabregas and stunnign wife Daniella Semaan pose for photos

Samuel Eto'o, Xavi, Cesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol attended the wedding with their wives — Xavi, Cesc Fabregas and Carles Puyol attended the wedding with their wives

Carles Puyol is dating model Vanessa Lorenzo

Xavi Hernandez and wife Nuria Cunillera attend the wedding of Lionel Messi

Samuel Eto'o married Georgette in 2007 — Ex-BarcelonaSamuel Eto’o married Georgette in 2007

Barcelona ace Sergio Busquets and partner Elena Galera on the red carpet in Rosario

Lionel Messi's mother Celia, father Jorge and sister Maria — Lionel Messi’s mother Celia, father Jorge and sister Maria

Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo are getting married on June 30 — Lionel Messi and Antonella Roccuzzo were married on June 30

Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo are going back to their roots to tie the knot — Lionel Messi and Antonella Roccuzzo tied the knot in their home-town of Rosario

Messi & Antonella's wedding food menu. pic.twitter.com/RnRH7X7m4G

— Leo Messi (@WeAreMessi) June 24, 2017

Football stars turn out for Lionel Messi's wedding in Argentina

Messi's marriage to Antonella Roccuzzo is set to be the biggest event of 2017 — Antonella Roccuzzo has known Messi since she was five years old

Javier Macherano hung out with Argentina team-mates ahead of the wedding

Messi met Roccuzzo when they were just 13 years old and the pair have two children together, named Thiago and Mateo.

One of his team-mates, Andres Iniesta did not attend the wedding, while Gerard Pique’s partner Shakira performed as part of the evening’s entertainment.

Messi chose not to invite former boss Luis Enrique and his assistant Juan Carlos Unzue.

Also no members of the Barca board were invited due to a long-running rift between former president Joan Laporta and current president Josep Maria Bartomeu.