WhatsApp embraces 'Modo Messi' trend among football fans for World Cup fever

Football fans are bringing the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to their digital lives by embracing the "Modo Messi" trend on WhatsApp. This phenomenon allows supporters to personalize the messaging app in honor of Argentinian star Lionel Messi and his team.

The "Modo Messi" is not an official WhatsApp feature or a third-party application. Instead, it's a collection of manual customizations that fans use to immerse themselves in the World Cup fever. This trend leverages existing tools within WhatsApp, including its integrated artificial intelligence, to alter the app's appearance and access related content without needing external software.

Fans can adopt "Modo Messi" by changing their WhatsApp wallpaper to images of Messi, his jersey, or the Argentinian national team. They can also follow the official channel for the Argentinian national team directly within WhatsApp. Furthermore, users can utilize Meta AI to inquire about match details, goals, and statistics concerning Messi. The AI can also assist in generating custom images of Messi and the national team for use as icons.

To further enhance the experience, fans are encouraged to use World Cup or Messi-themed stickers, emojis, and GIFs. The platform's built-in video call effects can also be customized with football themes. Some users even opt to change their WhatsApp app icon to one featuring Messi, fully embracing the "Modo Messi" aesthetic.