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What’s Priceless to You, by Lionel Messi – Mastercard, Uefa Champions League

In May 2022, Uefa sponsor Mastercard leveraged its rights around the Men’s Champions League Final through a global campaign built around brand ambassador Lionel Messi. The campaign led with a hero film featuring a young Messi’s first flight to Spain to start his career playing for FC Barcelona.

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