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VIDEO: Leo Messi handshake sends pitch invader away happy

What a guy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imysqdrSTCY&feature=player_embedded

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IF THE GOAL is to discourage fans from running on to the field during sporting events, Lionel Messi didn’t exactly help the cause yesterday.

During Argentina’s 3-1 friendly win over Germany yesterday, a fan ran on to the pitch. And as he approached Messi, rather than being man-handled by an imposing security guard, he was greeted with a smile and a handshake from the world’s best player.

After that, the jubilant fan gladly surrendered and walked off the pitch with a big blissful smile on his face.

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    Mute Kevin O'Malley Jnr
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    Jul 6th 2014, 5:49 PM

    Dublin were very wasteful with possession today and 1st half sweeper tactics were all wrong. As usual Kilkenny were very physical and took their points. Bit disappointed with Dublin really, thought they would bring a lot more composure to the table today. Kilkenny are back at the top table of hurling that’s for sure, but there is reason to believe they’re not entirely imperious as they once were. Not a classic by any means, but fair play to the Cats they got the job done.

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    Jul 6th 2014, 6:06 PM

    I’ve commented on the wrong match here haha! I hope some of the same analysis applies. Sunday brain freeze – shocking scenes lads.

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    Jul 6th 2014, 6:18 PM

    You’re havin a mare kev

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    Jul 6th 2014, 6:19 PM

    Some poor dogs just need putting down and today, I’m one of those dogs.

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    Jul 6th 2014, 8:14 PM

    Ah we cuddn put you down with that sense of humour

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