Yassine Chueko went viral on social media after sharing his intense training routine. The current bodyguard of Lionel Messi is a former U.S. Navy military member.
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Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Chueko, went viral on social media after sharing his intense training routine. The former military member is known for protecting the Argentine striker during his matches.
In the video that went viral on his Instagram profile, Yassine has his abs tested by a giant tire thrown by his trainer, Luan Aguirre. Despite the intense impacts, the bodyguard remains firm.
Yassine also trained some martial arts moves with Aguirre, immobilizing his coach.
“I even wanted to run onto the field to take a picture with Messi, but I’ve already given up,” joked one user in the comments section of the video. In September 2024, Yassine was seen running at full speed to intercept a Messi fan who invaded the field during an Inter Miami CF match.
In addition to being a bodyguard, Yassine Chueko is a former military member with experience in conflict zones like Afghanistan and Iraq.
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