Embarrassing: Messi fined for tribute to Maradona Israel today

The flea who unveiled a Newell's shirt to pay homage to the phenomenon who died about a week ago will pay 600 euros • Sergi Roberto with Corona

• Messi moments after the tribute to Maradona, in a game against Osasuna

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An embarrassing moment for the Spanish league.

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi was fined 600 euros following the gesture he made to Diego Maradona after the goal he scored in the 4-0 win over Osasuna.

The flea scored a huge goal that sealed the game last Sunday, took off his shirt and revealed a shirt from Newell's Old Boys, the club where he grew up and also the phenomenon who passed away about a week ago played towards the end of his career.

According to Spanish media, apart from the personal fine Messi suffered, Barcelona were also fined 350 euros and the club is expected to appeal the decision.

In Catalonia, the local association criticized the detached decision in light of the tremendous noise that Maradona's death made all over the world and throughout Europe in general.

Meanwhile, Sergi Roberto is found positive for Corona and goes into isolation.

The player who is already suffering from an injury will spend part of the recovery period while at home.