Lionel Messi skips Biden’s Medal of Freedom ceremony as Clinton, Soros awards spark outrage

Lionel Messi skips Biden's Medal of Freedom ceremony as Clinton, Soros awards spark outrage

Messi reportedly could not attend due to scheduling conflicts

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Lionel Messi, of Inter Miami CF, celebrates after scoring a goal against Orlando City SC at Chase Stadium on March 2, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Social media erupted Saturday morning with news that President Biden would award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and left-wing billionaire George Soros. (Getty Images)

Lionel Messi, of Inter Miami CF, waves to the fans after a draw against Nashville SC at DRV PNK Stadium on Aug. 30, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale. (James Gilbert/Getty Images)