Breaking: PSG slap Lionel Messi with 2-week ban after Saudi trip

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Breaking: PSG slap Lionel Messi with 2-week ban after Saudi trip

Faruq Ibrahim 20:10 - 02.05.2023

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi is said to have been handed a two-week suspension by the club.

Lionel Messi has reportedly received a two-week suspension from Paris Saint-Germain, as punishment for his unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia. 

The 35-year-old travelled to Saudi Arabia on Monday as part of his tourism ambassadorial deal with the country without the permission of the club. 

Following the trip, the club has moved to punish his actions and have now reportedly slapped him with a two weeks suspension.

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