A Filipino artist has created a giant sand portrait of Lionel Messi on a beach in Tandag, Philippines.
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THU · 2026-06-18 · 17:30 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0618-85554
NSR-2026-0618-85554News Report·EN·Human Interest
Giant Messi portrait carved into a Philippine beach for the World Cup
A Filipino artist has created a large sand portrait of Lionel Messi on a beach located in Tandag, Philippines. This artwork was made in anticipation of the World Cup.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-06-18 · 17:30 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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A Filipino artist has created a large sand portrait of Lionel Messi on a beach located in Tandag, Philippines. This artwork was made in anticipation of the World Cup. The artist's specific motivations and the exact timing of the creation are not detailed beyond its connection to the upcoming tournament. The portrait is a significant visual tribute to the renowned footballer.
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A Filipino artist created a giant sand portrait of Lionel Messi.
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The artwork was created for the World Cup.
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The portrait was carved into a beach in Tandag, Philippines.
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